When the Fed Reduces the Money Supply, It Will Cause

Multiple Choice

When the Fed reduces the money supply, it will cause a decrease in aggregate demand because:

A) real rates will rise, lowering business investment and consumer spending.
B) the dollar will depreciate on the foreign exchange market, leading to an increase in net exports.
C) lower interest rates will cause the value of assets (for example, stocks) to rise.
D) the national debt will increase, causing consumers to reduce their spending.