Multiple Choice
If indicators like weak demand and falling commodity prices caused concern about deflation (falling prices) , what could the Fed do to head off the deflationary threat?
A) increase the reserve requirements imposed on banks
B) buy bonds in order to expand the money supply
C) increase the discount rate
D) increase the national debt
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