The FED attempted to follow Monetarism in the 1980s to control
inflation. Explain the theory of Monetarism. Explain why this
theory failed in practice.
what were some key ideas emerging in the Enlightenment? How did
these ideas affect the monarchies of England, France, and Russia?
How so? What were some characteristics of "enlightened rulers?
Using one of the schools of thought we’ve discussed in class
(Keynesian/ New Keynesians, Monetarism, New Classical, RBCT, ABCT)
discuss the merits of rule-based vs. discretionary fiscal and
monetary policy with regard to stabilizing the macroeconomy. Be
sure to include the assumptions made by the school of thought you
use in your answer.