Question -
Suppose the demand for Real Balances is given by the following equation:
= 1500 + 0.2Y - 10,000(r + πe).
Assume M = 4,000, P = 2, πe = .01 and Y = 5,000.
a. What is the equilibrium real interest rate? (It will be in decimal form. P and Y are given)
b. Show you results on a properly labeled Md/Ms diagram and label the equilibrium as point A.
c. Suppose Janet Yellen and Fed governors make statements and speeches to raise inflationary expectations to 4% and are successful. Solve for equilibrium real interest rate.
d. Show this equilibrium on your diagram and label as point B.
e. Why would they do this?