In the History of Canada's Monetary Policy, Why Was the Period

question 6

Multiple Choice

In the history of Canada's monetary policy, why was the period from 1975 to 1982 notable?  

• A) because it was a time of steady prices and low unemployment 
• B) because of the emphasis placed on controlling interest rates 
• C) because of the emphasis placed on controlling the money supply 
• D) because of the emphasis placed on controlling money demand

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