"Leaning against the wind" is exemplified by a(n)

a. tax increase when there is a recession.
b. increase in the money supply when there is a recession.
c. decrease in government expenditures when there is a recession.
d. All of the above are correct.


Answer: b. increase in the money supply when there is a recession.

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