
Explanation:
When a country faces low economic growth and low inflation, and the central bank has already lowered interest rates to near zero, the economy may be in a liquidity trap where monetary policy has limited effectiveness. In such a scenario, expansionary fiscal policy is needed to complement monetary policy and stimulate demand. Increasing government spending on infrastructure projects:
A is incorrect: This is contractionary fiscal policy, which would further suppress demand and economic growth, counteracting the central bank’s effort
B is incorrect: Reducing transfers decreases disposable income for consumers, particularly for low-income households who are more likely to spend it, further weakening demand.
D is incorrect: Keeping spending constant does not provide the additional fiscal stimulus required to complement the central bank’s near-zero interest rate policy.
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Q.6404 A country is experiencing a period of low economic growth and low inflation. The central bank has already lowered interest rates to near zero. Which of the following fiscal policy actions would be most complementary to the central bank's monetary policy stance in this situation, according to the provided material?
A
Implementing significant tax increases to reduce the budget deficit.
B
Reducing government transfers to households.
C
Increasing government spending on infrastructure projects.
D
Maintaining the current level of government spending.