Biden: Appropriate for Fed to 'Recalibrate' Policy

Biden: Appropriate for Fed to 'Recalibrate' Policy

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The video discusses the rapid increase in prices globally and the Federal Reserve's role in ensuring these prices do not become entrenched. It highlights the Federal Reserve's dual mandate of full employment and stable prices, and its extraordinary support during the crisis. The need to recalibrate this support is emphasized, as indicated by Chairman Powell. The video also mentions the nomination of five individuals to the Federal Board of Governors, urging the Senate for their confirmation.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the visible impacts of the rapid price increases mentioned in the video?

Increased interest rates

Lower grocery store sales

Higher prices at gas stations

Decreased employment rates

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are the two main objectives of the Federal Reserve as discussed in the video?

Full employment and stable prices

Reducing taxes and increasing exports

Lowering interest rates and increasing savings

Promoting international trade and investment

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is it necessary to recalibrate the support provided by the Federal Reserve?

To reduce inflation to zero

Due to a decrease in global trade

To increase the national debt

Because of the strength of the economy and recent price increases

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is highlighted about the individuals nominated to the Federal Board of Governors?

They all belong to the same political party

They have diverse backgrounds and bipartisan support

They have no prior experience in governance

They are all economists

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action is urged upon the United States Senate regarding the nominations?

To reject the nominations

To confirm the nominations without further delay

To hold additional hearings

To delay the confirmation process