If the Current Rate of Inflation Is 4 Percent, Using

question 66

Multiple Choice

If the current rate of inflation is 4 percent, using the values suggested by Professor Taylor, the Taylor rule predicts a federal funds rate of ________ percent.

• A) 1
• B) 4.5
• C) 3
• D) 4
• E) 0.5

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