By changing its regulations, the Fed ___ force the banking system to reduce the money supply; by changing its regulations, the Fed ____ force the banking system to increase the money supply:

For most goods, purchases tend to rise with increases in buyers' incomes and to fall with decreases in buyers' incomes. Such goods are known as:

A) inferior goods. B) direct goods. C) normal goods. D) luxury goods.

Suppose you have worked at a local sandwich shop for six months and now you plan to ask your manager for a raise. How can you convince your manager that you are worth more money than you are currently being paid?

A) by convincing him that you are a dedicated worker and ready to take on more responsibilities at the shop B) by explaining to him how difficult it is for you to save enough money to go to college C) by demonstrating to your manager the marginal revenue product your employment contributes to the sandwich shop D) by threatening to quit if he refuses to give you a raise