Which of the Following Is the Most Flexible of the Fed's

question 47

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the most flexible of the Fed's tools for implementing monetary policy?

• A) Changes in the fed funds rate
• B) Changes in the required reserve ratio
• C) Changes in the discount rate
• D) Open market operations
• E) Private placements

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