When the United States economy goes through a period of extended growth, the economy is said to be heating up! Unemployment is low and companies are increasing workers’ wages above the national minimum wage. The Federal Reserve (FED) is concerned that these wage increases will result in inflation; higher prices throughout the economy. What can the FED do?
When the United States economy goes through a period of extended growth, the economy is said to be heating up! Unemployment is low and companies are increasing workers’ wages above the national minimum wage. The Federal Reserve (FED) is concerned that these wage increases will result in inflation; higher prices throughout the economy. What can the FED do?
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When the United States economy goes through a period of extended growth, the economy is said to be heating up! Unemployment is low and companies are increasing workers’ wages above the national minimum wage. The Federal Reserve (FED) is concerned that these wage increases will result in inflation; higher prices throughout the economy. What can the FED do?
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