If the Fed is increasing its holdings of government bonds at the same time the federal deficit is increasing,
A. the Fed and the Treasury are, as usual, coordinating activities.
B. crowding out is more likely to occur.
C. the debt is being monetized.
D. the Fed is attempting to increase interest rates.
Answer: C
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