ECN601 Economics full course Discussions and Assignments

3. Maximize economic growth
Obviously, these goals have elements that conflict with one another. Which do you think we are doing the best job of
accomplishing in the U.S. currently, and which do you think should receive greater priority? Explain, and cite relevant
statistics on the economy’s performance where possible.
GC ECN601 WEEK 7 DQ 1& DQ 2 LATEST
DQ 1
In the early stage of her administration, Fed Chair Janet Yellen focused on maintaining a monetary policy of low
interest rates to continue the Fed’s efforts to stimulate the economy. However, the article assigned indicates she
faces some longer-term challenges. Identify one of these challenges, and describe what the article said about the
interaction between Fed policy and this issue. What do you think she should do with regard to the issue you
identified?
DQ 2
Economists believe that the current values of the deposit multiplier and the money multiplier are widely divergent.
Why might these values differ at present? What (if anything) do you think must happen for them to converge once
again?
GC ECN601 WEEK 8 DQ 1& DQ 2 LATEST
DQ 1
The U.S. has historically low interest rates at present. How would you predict these would impact the value of the
dollar on foreign exchange markets? How, in turn, would these low interest rates impact our balance of trade?
Explain your answers.
DQ 2
Why would nations favor fixed vs. floating exchange rates for their currencies? Why do some developing nations
have a “fear of the float?
GC ECN601 WEEK 1 BENCHMARK ASSIGNMENT LATEST
Details:
Complete the following:
1. Chapter 2, Technical Questions 3 and 5 in the textbook.
2. Chapter 2, Application Question 2 in the textbook.
3. Chapter 3, Technical Question 1 in the textbook.
4. Chapter 3, Application Question 1 in the textbook.
Follow these instructions for completing and submitting your assignment:
1. Place all answers, both numerical and written, in a single excel spreadsheet.
2. Place each problem into a separate tab or sheet in an Excel file.
3. Place labels on spreadsheet inputs and outputs, and use the yellow highlighter on the top menu bar to
highlight your final answer.