If There Is a "Long and Variable Time Lag" Between

question 94

Multiple Choice

If there is a "long and variable time lag" between when a change in monetary policy is instituted and when it impacts aggregate demand and output, this will

• A) make it easier for the Fed to properly time changes in monetary policy.
• B) make it more difficult for the Fed to properly time changes in monetary policy.
• C) not affect the Fed's ability to time monetary policy changes correctly.
• D) make it easier for the Fed to control inflation and achieve price stability.

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