Question

From 2004 to 2006 the Fed raised the federal funds rate gradually in a series of steps. The Fed's purpose was to raise the prime interest rate so that: a banks would reduce lending that was building up unmanageable consumer debt. b aggregate demand would continue to grow consistently and with low inflation. c high inflation rates would fall. d aggregate supply would grow, increasing output and lowering the price level.

Answer 1

It’s c: high inflation rates would fall.