External Shocks Can

question 57

Multiple Choice

External shocks can

• A)Be predicted using standard statistical techniques.
• B)Cause economic forecasts based on leading economic indicators to become invalid.
• C)Improve the validity of economic forecasts based on leading economic indicators.
• D)Assist the Fed with the implementation of monetary policy.

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