Which of the following was a reason for the decline in inflation during the first years of Reagan's presidency?
A. A decline in the value of the dollar on foreign exchange markets
B. The Federal Reserve's decision to raise interest rates on bank loans to an unprecedented level
C. The end of federal health and safety regulations on businesses
D. A substantial decline in the balance-of-trade deficit
Answer: B
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