Federal Reserve Powers
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Objective
I can describe the key powers of the Federal Reserve.
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Warm-up video
Charles Schwab · 4:02Vetted channel
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Key concepts
3 concepts
- 1
The Federal Reserve (the Fed) influences the U.S. economy by controlling the money supply and influencing interest rates.
- 2
The Fed uses open market operations, such as buying and selling government securities, to influence the federal funds rate.
- 3
The Fed aims to keep unemployment and inflation in check; lowering rates can stimulate the economy, while raising rates can reduce inflation.
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Practice
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What is the primary goal of the Federal Reserve concerning unemployment and inflation?
What is the federal funds rate, and why is it important?
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Exit ticket
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“Describe two key powers of the Federal Reserve and explain how these powers can influence the U.S. economy.”
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