Which of the Following Actions Would the Fed Undertake If

question 40

Multiple Choice

Which of the following actions would the Fed undertake if it wants to follow a more restrictive monetary policy?

• A) Sell some of its holdings of government bonds.
• B) Decrease government expenditures.
• C) Urge the Treasury to sell more U.S. securities.
• D) Reduce the reserve requirements.

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