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(A) Do nothing and let the economy fix itself.
(B) Use monetary policy to lower interest rates.
(C) Use fiscal policy to lower interest rates.
(D) Use monetary policy to raise interest rates.


Answer: (A) Do nothing and let the economy fix itself.

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