The interest rate that the Fed charges on loans made directly to banks is called ________.

A. the prime rate
B. the discount rate
C. interest on reserves
D. the federal funds rate


Answer: B

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If the marginal revenue product of land is less than its price, a firm should

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If the rate of depreciation increases, then user cost ________ and the desired capital stock ________.

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