Trump Says He's Not Happy the Fed Raised Interest Rates

Trump Says He's Not Happy the Fed Raised Interest Rates

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The speaker expresses dissatisfaction with recent interest rate hikes, attributing them to strong economic performance. They highlight that the economy is doing better than expected and suggest that alternative policies could have hindered growth. Concerns are raised about potential future policies that could impose restrictions and increase taxes.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is the speaker unhappy about the recent interest rate increase?

Because it will decrease job opportunities.

Because it limits the ability to pay down debt.

Because it will lead to higher taxes.

Because it will increase inflation.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker suggest could be done instead of raising interest rates?

Pay down debt and create jobs.

Increase government spending.

Increase exports.

Lower taxes.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker claim about the current economic performance?

It is better than expected.

It is exactly as projected.

It is declining rapidly.

It is worse than expected.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to the speaker, what would have happened if others were in control?

The economy would have been restricted and taxes raised.

Interest rates would have decreased.

The economy would have improved.

There would have been more job opportunities.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker believe about the control of others over the economy?

They have always had control.

They will not have control for a long time.

They are currently in control.

They will have control soon.