Which of the Following Was a Reason That the Federal

question 34

Multiple Choice

Which of the following was a reason that the Federal Reserve took on additional risks associated with unconventional policy during the recession of 2007-2009?

• A)The inflated price of Treasury bills made them too expensive to purchase in open market operations.
• B)The large budget deficit constrained conventional monetary policy.
• C)The U.S.Treasury was unable to sell Treasury bills in the primary market.
• D)The Fed was able to act more quickly than Congress.

Distinguish between common and unique aspects of government official and white-collar deviance.

Understand the government's limitations in combating white-collar deviance and the implications thereof.

Differentiate between corporate and occupational deviance and understand the methods used for gaining compliance in corporate deviance.

Recognize the factors contributing to the proliferation of certain forms of white-collar deviance, including tax evasion and unsafe product manufacturing.

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Definitions:

Cost Method

An accounting method used to value investments, where the investment is recorded at its acquisition cost without recognizing any changes in market value.

Stock Dividend

A company's distribution of extra shares to its shareholders, as an alternative to cash payouts.

Common Stock

Represents ownership shares in a corporation, giving shareholders voting rights and a claim on a portion of the company's profits through dividends.

Market Price

The market price is the current price at which an asset or service can be bought or sold in a open market.