What is the main issue with maintaining a 2% inflation target according to the speaker?
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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It is easily achievable.
It does not account for supply-side issues.
It is not recognized by other countries.
It is too high for current economic conditions.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why does the speaker believe it is impossible to increase the inflation target?
Because it would require international approval.
Because it has been consistently missed, affecting credibility.
Because it would lead to deflation.
Because it would cause hyperinflation.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What strategy does the speaker suggest for dealing with inflation?
Crushing the economy to meet the target.
Explicitly increasing the inflation target.
Stabilizing inflation at 3-4% without changing the target.
Ignoring inflation and focusing on growth.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What does the speaker identify as a major risk if the economy is crushed?
Increased unemployment.
Decreased consumer confidence.
Higher inflation rates.
Loss of international trade.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does the speaker view the potential of a stable 3-4% inflation rate?
As a sign of economic instability.
As a failure of economic policy.
As a constructive approach for future risk management.
As a temporary measure until the target is changed.
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