Which statement is true?

A. The Fed can induce people to buy United States government securities, but it can't induce them to sell.
B. The Fed can induce people to sell United States government securities, but it can't induce them to buy.
C. The Fed can induce people to buy and sell United States government securities.
D. The Fed cannot induce people to buy or sell United States government securities.


C. The Fed can induce people to buy and sell United States government securities.

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