In Utilizing Unconventional Monetary Policy in 2010, the Federal Reserve

question 47

Multiple Choice

In utilizing unconventional monetary policy in 2010, the Federal Reserve purchased

• A)real estate worth more than $2 trillion.
• B)$800 billion in Treasury bills.
• C)over $1 trillion in mortgage backed securities.
• D)$600 billion in long-term Treasury bonds.

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Definitions:

Income Ratio

A measure of a company’s profitability, typically calculated by dividing a particular form of income by another metric, such as net income divided by sales.

Payment Split

The division of a total payment amount into smaller, individual payment parts, often used to manage cash flow or allocate funds to different purposes.

Written Agreement

A formal contract documented in writing between two or more parties outlining the terms and conditions of an agreement.

Purchasing

The process of acquiring goods, services, or works from an external source, often via a contract.