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Which best describes what a central bank uses monetary policy to do?

A
ensure that the government has a balanced budget
B
influence financial institutions globally
C
ensure that the government is sufficiently funded
D
steer the economy away from recession and toward growth
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Why does the Fed pay interest to banks?

A
It is interest on money held in reserve.
B
It is interest on credit available to the Fed.
C
It is interest on loans taken by the Fed.
D
It is interest on government investments.
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Which best describes a central bank's primary goals?

A
limiting inflation and reducing unemployment
B
reducing unemployment and maintaining cash flow
C
controlling stagflation and reducing unemployment
D
managing credit and ensuring the money supply's liquidity
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Which statement best describes how the Fed responds to recessions?

A
It sells more securities.
B
It charges banks more interest.
C
It increases reserve requirements.
D
It increases the money supply.
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A
low
B
stable
C
high
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What is a potential negative effect of an expansionary policy?

A
decreased borrowing
B
increased interest rates
C
increased inflation
D
decreased available credit
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Federal Reserve interest federal fundsloan interest

A
Federal Reserve interest
B
federal funds
C
loan interest

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