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A contractionary monetary policy is used to control__________

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JAMB 2019

A contractionary monetary policy is used to control__________

  • A. Deflation
  • B. Inflation
  • C. Recession
  • D. Balance of Payment deficit
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Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation

A contractionary monetary policy leads to a balance of payment surplus and there is increase in interest rate or cash reserve ratio thereby reducing investment and output. It is used to control inflation, to stabilise the price level exchange rate and achieve equilibrium in the balance of payment and also promote economy development.

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