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Question
The central bank controls credit _____ .
Options
Through quantitative methods only.
Through qualitative methods only.
Both through quantitative methods and through qualitative methods.
Neither through quantitative methods nor through qualitative methods.
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Solution
Both through quantitative methods and through qualitative methods
Explanation:
The central bank uses a combination of both methods to effectively control credit in the economy.
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