The "Impossible Trinity" Refers to the Idea That It Is

question 78

Multiple Choice

The "impossible trinity" refers to the idea that it is impossible for a country to simultaneously have:

• A) low inflation, low unemployment, and a rapid rate of GDP growth.
• B) free capital flows, a fixed exchange rate, and an independent monetary policy.
• C) high interest rates, a budget deficit, and a trade deficit.
• D) an expansionary fiscal policy, a contractionary monetary policy, and a flexible exchange rate.

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Definitions:

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