Which of the Following Represents an Action by the Federal

question 181

Multiple Choice

Which of the following represents an action by the Federal Reserve that is designed to increase the money supply?

• A) buying government securities in the open market
• B) an increase in the required reserve ratio
• C) a decrease in federal spending
• D) an increase in the discount rate

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