According to the Political Business Cycle Theory, If the Fed

question 17

Multiple Choice

According to the political business cycle theory, if the Fed wanted to see a President re-elected, prior to the election it might

• A)lower the discount rate and sell bonds.
• B)lower the discount rate and buy bonds.
• C)raise the discount rate and sell bonds.
• D)raise the discount rate and buy bonds.

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Definitions:

Premiums

The amount paid for an insurance policy or the amount above the nominal or face value of a security in financial markets.

Horizontal Merger

A business consolidation that occurs between firms operating in the same industry or producing similar products or services.

Diversification

Investment in more than one asset; returns do not move proportionally in the same direction at the same time, thus reducing risk.

Acquisition

The process of taking control of another company either by purchasing its shares or assets.