The Best Way for Federal Reserve Board Officials to Help

question 30

Multiple Choice

The best way for Federal Reserve Board officials to help boost a stagnant economy is to

• A)raise interest rates so that banks can earn more money on the loans they provide to individuals and businesses.
• B)lower interest rates so that banks can provide more loans at cheaper rates to individuals and businesses.
• C)take money out of circulation so that the dollar becomes more valuable.
• D)raise the reserve requirement,restricting the amount of cash and negotiable securities banks must have on hand.

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