The Purpose of the Commitment by the Fed to Keep

question 101

Multiple Choice

The purpose of the commitment by the Fed to keep the federal funds rate at zero for a long period of time is to

• A)lower the long term interest rates.
• B)lower the short term interest rates.
• C)increase the long term interest rates.
• D)increase the short term interest rates.

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