Trump Says Fed Should Cut Rates and Stop Shrinking Balance Sheet

Trump Says Fed Should Cut Rates and Stop Shrinking Balance Sheet

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The speaker argues that the Federal Reserve should lower interest rates and shift from quantitative tightening to quantitative easing due to the lack of inflation. They believe these changes would significantly boost economic growth, despite the current positive performance.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker believe about the current interest rates set by the Federal Reserve?

They are too low and should be increased.

They have no impact on the economy.

They are perfect and should remain unchanged.

They are too high and should be lowered.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to the speaker, what is the current state of inflation?

Unpredictable and volatile.

Moderate and stable.

High and rising.

Non-existent or very low.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What policy change does the speaker suggest regarding quantitative measures?

Abolish all quantitative policies.

Introduce new quantitative measures.

Switch to quantitative easing.

Continue with quantitative tightening.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker predict would happen if the suggested economic policies are implemented?

A significant economic boost.

A gradual economic decline.

No change in the economic situation.

A minor economic setback.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Despite the current policies, how does the speaker describe the current economic performance?

Uncertain and fluctuating.

Very well and strong.

Stable but unimpressive.

Struggling and weak.