Multiple Choice
The Federal Reserve is blamed by some for the recession of 2007-2009 because it
A) raised interest rates too fast in 2005-2007.
B) lowered interest rates too fast in 2008.
C) kept interest rates high in 2005-2007.
D) kept interest rates too low prior to 2005 leading to a housing boom (that ultimately went bust.
Correct Answer:

Verified
Correct Answer:
Verified
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