Use the following to answer questions . Exhibit: Monetary Policy 1 -(Exhibit: Monetary Policy 1) By shifting the demand curve from D₁ to D₂, the Fed is attempting to A) contract the economy by increasing interest rates. B) expand the economy by increasing interest rates. C) contract the economy by decreasing interest rates. D) expand the economy by decreasing interest rates.

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By shifting the demand curve to the right (from D₁ to D₂), the Fed is attempting to increase the money supply and decrease interest rates, which will stimulate economic growth and expand the economy. Therefore, D is the best choice.

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