If nominal interest rates have a lower bound of zero and deflation occurs at 3% (i.e., the inflation rate equals -3%, then the lowest real interest rate possible is

A) -3%.
B) 0%.
C) 3%.
D) 6%.


C

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A. smaller is the money multiplier, and the less money will be created in the economy. B. larger is the money multiplier, and the more money will be created in the economy. C. larger is the money multiplier, and the less money will be created in the economy. D. smaller is the money multiplier, and the more money will be created in the economy.

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A) an increase in the multiplier. B) a reduction in the multiplier. C) a reduction in the marginal propensity to save. D) a reduction in output. E) both B and D

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A. negotiating low prices for buyers. B. reducing transaction costs. C. encouraging consumers to buy goods on credit, rather than with cash. D. negotiating high prices for sellers.

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