The Objective of Operation Twist Was To

question 104

Multiple Choice

The objective of Operation Twist was to:

• A) stimulate aggregate demand by lowering long-term interest rates.
• B) stimulate aggregate demand by lowering short-term interest rates.
• C) reduce inflationary pressure by raising long-term interest rates.
• D) reduce inflationary pressure by raising short-term interest rates.

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Definitions:

Sensation

The process of detecting physical stimuli from the environment and translating them into neural signals that can be interpreted by the brain.

Wavelength

The distance between successive peaks of a wave, often used in the context of light, sound, and electromagnetic waves.

Hue

A color or shade in the spectrum, defined by its dominant wavelength.

Brightness

A visual perception that describes how light or dark a color appears; can also refer to the intensity of light.