If the Demand for Reserves Remains Constant and the Market

question 20

Multiple Choice

If the demand for reserves remains constant and the market federal funds rate is below the target rate, the Fed would:

• A)increase the supply of reserves.
• B)decrease the supply of reserves.
• C)do nothing; the Fed will let the market work.
• D)alter the demand for reserves.

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