Economics (AS & A Level) · Oct / Nov 2021 · Paper 12 · Question 29
9708Monetary policy
What would make a policy of raising interest rates less likely to be effective in reducing inflation?
- AAggregate supply is increasing faster than aggregate demand.
- BConsumers expect prices to rise even faster in the future.
- CConsumers’ spending is largely paid for on credit.
- DInterest rates are still higher abroad.
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Correct answer: B. Consumers expect prices to rise even faster in the future.
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