When the Fed Buys U

question 44

Multiple Choice

When the Fed buys U.S.government securities from a member bank,the immediate effect on that member bank's balance sheet is

• A)a decrease in assets
• B)an increase in assets
• C)a decrease in liabilities
• D)an increase in liabilities
• E)that there is no change in the total amount of assets or liabilities

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Definitions:

Independent Variable

The variable in an experiment that is manipulated or changed by the researcher to observe its effects on the dependent variable.

Manipulation Check

A measure used to determine whether the manipulations in an experiment have the intended effect on the subjects.

Interactions

The ways in which variables influence each other in research, which can complicate the interpretation of a study's results.

Defendant's Appearance

The physical presence and presentation of a defendant in court, which can influence judgments or perceptions of guilt and character.