If the Fed Follows the Taylor Rule and Actual Inflation

question 4

Multiple Choice

If the Fed follows the Taylor rule and actual inflation is below the inflation target set by the Fed,

• A)​the Fed should reduce the nominal federal funds rate.
• B)​the Fed should reduce the supply of money.
• C)​the Fed should charge a higher tax rate.
• D)​the Fed should spend lesser money.

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