What is the primary reason the Federal Reserve has kept interest rates high?
All eyes on the Fed as interest rate cuts have yet to materialize

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
To increase consumer spending
To reduce inflation
To boost employment rates
To encourage economic growth
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What did Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell indicate about future interest rate changes?
Rates will remain unchanged
Rates will be increased
Most participants see it as likely to lower rates at some point
Rates will definitely be cut this year
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What economic indicator is closely watched to assess inflation?
Housing market trends
Stock market index
Consumer price index
Unemployment rate
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What is the current range of interest rates mentioned in the transcript?
4.5% to 5.0%
6.0% to 6.5%
3.5% to 4.0%
5.25% to 5.5%
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What should individuals consider doing in anticipation of potential rate cuts?
Increase their savings
Purchase real estate
Work on their credit score and prepare to refinance
Invest in stocks
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