Open Market Operations Are Defined As

question 28

Multiple Choice

Open market operations are defined as:

• A)purchases of stocks in a stock exchange
• B)the purchase or sale of bonds by the Bank of Canada
• C)central bank lending to banks
• D)the specifying of margin requirements on stock purchases
• E)central bank borrowing from banks

---

Definitions:

Formal Rules

Explicit, written guidelines and regulations that govern behavior and processes in organizations and societies.

Rigid Hierarchy

A strict, inflexible organizational structure with clearly defined levels of authority and a top-down approach to management.

Mechanistic Systems

Organizational structures characterized by strict hierarchies, fixed duties, and a focus on efficiency and predictability.

Highly Specialized

Having a focus on a particular niche or area of expertise, often requiring advanced skills or knowledge.