Monetary Policy, Part 1: The Fed and the Dual Mandate
Explain how the Fed adjusts a target range for the federal funds rate.
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31-45 min
Making Sense of the Federal Reserve
OVERVIEW
Use this interactive module to introduce the history and structure of the Federal Reserve system, define how monetary policy helps the Fed achieve its dual mandate of maximum employment and price stability, and how it regulates banks and protects consumers.
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INFOGRAPHICS & COMICS
Price Stability
Learn about price stability and how it is measured.
LESSONS & ACTIVITIES
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Fiscal vs Monetary Policy
Learn about fiscal and monetary policy.
READING Q&A
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Open for Business: Understanding the Fed's Discount Window
Learn about the Federal Reserve's discount window.
AUDIO Q&A
0-15 MIN
Monetary Policy
Discuss the Federal Reserve's use of monetary policy.
VIDEO Q&A
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Monetary Policy, Part 2: Two Important Interest Rates in Monetary Policy Implementation
Explain the federal funds rate and interest on reserve balances rate.
