Common Sense Economics 2015-2016

Supplemental readings: Fiscal Policy and Budget Deficits (Links to an external site.) and Monetary Policy: How Is It Conducted and How Does It Affect the Economy? (Links to an external site.)

1. After completing Module 09, begin Module Supplement B by offering your first thoughts to one (1) of the questions in the next module.  No preparation is needed, and you automatically earn 2 points.
2. After completing Module Supplement C read through all replies in your assigned group and find one in which to reply.  Help a classmate build out his or her pre-learning thoughts.  Provide page references from Common Sense Economics (2010) and at least one reference to the supplemental readings.  Earn up to an additional 8 points.  Be professional and respectful at all times.
3. The questions follow. (Please copy and paste the question into your reply.  It makes grading easier; thanks!)

• Last names beginning with A-H:Will the federal budget (deficits and surpluses) be used effectively to promote economic stability? Explain.
• Last names beginning with I-Q:If the central bank--the Federal Reserve System in the United States--expands the money supply rapidly, what will happen to the general level of prices?
• Last names beginning with R-Z:If the central bank wants to establish an environment for long-term economic growth, what should it try to do?