Q1. One proposal to slow the growth in consumption of fossil fuels is the imposition of higher taxes. How would that work to reduce demand for energy? What industries would be affected? Would it have other consequences that the public may find undesirable?
Q2. What factors indicate that the central bank should increase its target for the nominal interest rate?
Q3. In your opinion should our government impose price floors and/or price ceilings in our economy? Do they do more harm than good?
Q4. Do you feel there is an excessive amount of regulation in our economy in general? Why or why not?