Monetary Policy: The Federal Reserve

Question 1

Which statement describes how borrowers will most likely benefit when the Fed reduces reserve requirements?

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Interest rates will likely decrease.

Question 2

What is a potential negative effect of an expansionary policy?

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increased inflation

Question 3

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high

Question 4

When the Fed adjusts its interest rate, it directly influences consumer

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borrowing.

Question 5

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limiting inflation and reducing unemployment

Question 6

In how many cities are Federal Reserve district banks located?

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12

Question 7

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It increases the money supply.

Question 8

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Contractionary

Monetary Policy: The Federal Reserve Answers