Lessons That Economists and Policy Makers Have Learned from the Recent

question 75

Multiple Choice

Lessons that economists and policy makers have learned from the recent global financial crisis include

• A)Developments in the financial sector have a far greater impact on economic activity than was earlier realized.
• B)The zero lower bound on interest rates can be a serious problem.
• C)The cost of cleaning up after a financial crisis is very high.
• D)Price and output stability do not ensure financial stability.
• E)All of the above.

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Definitions:

Accrual Basis

An accounting method that recognizes revenue when earned and expenses when incurred, regardless of cash flow.

Recognizes Expenses

The accounting process of formally recording or acknowledging that an expense has occurred, typically impacting the profit and loss statement.

Fiscal Year

A twelve-month period used for accounting purposes and preparing financial statements, which may not align with the calendar year.

Accounting Period

An accounting period is a specific duration of time used to measure and report financial activity, such as monthly, quarterly, or annually.