A Monetary Contraction Is Most Successful When It Is Credible,namely

question 178

Multiple Choice

A monetary contraction is most successful when it is credible,namely when:

• A) disinflation supersedes inflation.
• B) the effect of fiscal policy is weakening.
• C) market participants expect the central bank to carry through its tough stance.
• D) market participants are uncertain about the current state of the economy.

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