Other factors being constant, what happens when the federal government finances a growing budget deficit by increasing the amount it borrows from the private sector?

A. There will be an increase in net exports.
B. There will be a decrease in the interest rate.
C. There will be an increase in the interest rate.
D. The crowding out effect will be cancelled out.

Answer: C

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