If the Central Bank Has Discretion to Make Policy, It

question 10

True/False

If the central bank has discretion to make policy, it may create economic fluctuations that reflect the electoral calendar. This is called the political business cycle.

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Definitions:

Promissory Estoppel

A legal principle that prevents a person from going back on a promise even when a legal contract does not exist.

Unilateral Contract

An agreement in which one party makes a promise in exchange for an act performed by another party.

Consideration

In contract law, a crucial element that refers to something of value promised to another when making a contract.

Liquidated Debt

Debt for which there is no dispute between the parties about the fact that money is owed and the amount of money owed.