If Firms Were Faced with Greater Uncertainty Because of Concern

question 60

Multiple Choice

If firms were faced with greater uncertainty because of concern that oil prices might rise, they might decrease expenditures on capital. What response might someone who advocated for "lean against the wind" policies support?

• A) decrease the money supply
• B) decrease taxes
• C) decrease government expenditures
• D) increase interest rates

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Definitions:

Tart

A type of baked dish usually consisting of a filling over a pastry base without a top crust, often sweetened with fruit or savory in flavor.

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Dissolve

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