Powell Calls Fed Rate Move a 'Mid-Cycle Adjustment'

Powell Calls Fed Rate Move a 'Mid-Cycle Adjustment'

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The video discusses adjusting policy to a more accommodative stance to achieve three main objectives: insuring against downside risks, supporting the economy, and aiding inflation. It emphasizes the importance of these adjustments as a mid-cycle policy change to counteract factors that suppress economic growth.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary purpose of adjusting the policy to a more accommodative stance?

To enhance international trade

To increase government spending

To achieve three main objectives

To reduce taxes

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is a focus of the policy adjustment discussed in the second section?

Increasing interest rates

Insuring against downside risks

Reducing inflation

Enhancing export opportunities

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the goals of the policy adjustment in supporting the economy?

To decrease unemployment

To reduce public debt

To support inflation

To increase foreign investment

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How is the policy adjustment described in terms of its timing?

As a pre-cycle adjustment

As a mid-cycle adjustment

As an early-cycle adjustment

As a late-cycle adjustment

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the nature of the policy adjustment according to the third section?

It is a permanent change

It is a temporary measure

It is a mid-cycle adjustment

It is a reactive measure