Which Interest Rate Is Most Relevant in Determining Aggregate Expenditures

question 43

Multiple Choice

Which interest rate is most relevant in determining aggregate expenditures?

• A) federal funds rate
• B) short-term real interest rate
• C) long-term nominal interest rate
• D) long-term real interest rate

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