Monetary Policy Can Have Substantial Effects on the Economy Even

question 87

Multiple Choice

Monetary policy can have substantial effects on the economy even when nominal interest rates are very low

• A)since real rates are what affects borrowing and spending decisions.
• B)by improving borrower and bank balance sheets.
• C)by reducing transactions costs.
• D)only when the policy is substantial.

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