The Fed Can Attempt to Increase the Federal Funds Rate

question 63

Multiple Choice

The Fed can attempt to increase the federal funds rate by

• A)selling Treasury bills,which increases bank reserves.
• B)buying Treasury bills,which increases bank reserves.
• C)selling Treasury bills,which decreases bank reserves.
• D)buying Treasury bills,which decreases bank reserves.

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