The Advantage of an Explicit Inflation Target Is That

question 21

Multiple Choice

The advantage of an explicit inflation target is that:

• A)it helps anchor inflation expectations.
• B)it allows banks to set interest rates.
• C)it stabilizes employment.
• D)it raises the marginal product of capital.
• E)it completely eradicates discretionary monetary policy.

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