Suppose that a series of decisions by banks effectively raises e.The resulting ________ in the money supply could be offset by the Fed with a "defensive" open market ________ of government securities.

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The increase in e (the money multiplier) would lead to a rise in the money supply. To offset this increase and stabilize the money supply, the Fed would conduct a "defensive" open market purchase of government securities, which effectively removes money from circulation, counteracting the initial rise.

Suppose That a Series of Decisions by Banks Effectively Raises