Suppose There Were a Large Increase in Net Exports

question 117

Multiple Choice

Suppose there were a large increase in net exports. If the Fed wanted to stabilize output, it could

• A)buy bonds to increase the money supply.
• B)buy bonds to decrease the money supply.
• C)sell bonds to increase the money supply.
• D)sell bonds to decrease the money supply.

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Definitions:

Heuristics

Mental shortcuts or rules of thumb that simplify decision making, but can sometimes lead to cognitive biases.

Mnemonic Devices

Techniques a person can use to help them improve their ability to remember something, often by associating it with something more familiar or patterning.

Cognitive Shortcuts

Heuristic methods or simple strategies used by the human mind to make decisions or solve problems quickly.

Heuristics

Mental shortcuts or rules of thumb that facilitate fast and efficient decision-making, although not always leading to the perfect solution.