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Principles of Macroeconomics

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Question 5 of 8

An economy is facing moderate output growth but significantly high inflation rates. The Federal Reserve can undertake which of the following policy actions to address the problem?

  • A.

    Decreasing the income tax rate

  • B.

    Decreasing the federal funds rate

  • C.

    Decreasing the money supply

  • D.

    Decreasing the required reserve ratio

  • E.

    Buying bonds on the open market

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CLEP® Principles of Macroeconomics Examination Guide

The Principles of Macroeconomics exam covers aggregate demand and aggregate supply, and monetary and fiscal policy tools.

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