In the context of monetary policy, the 'Corridor' system refers to: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

In the context of monetary policy, the 'Corridor' system refers to:
A. The range of CRR variations
B. The range of fiscal deficit targets
C. The range of exchange rate fluctuations
D. The range between repo and reverse repo rates
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The policy rate corridor is defined by the repo rate (ceiling) and reverse repo rate (floor), within which the overnight inter-bank rate fluctuates.

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Question #1
Which of the following is a characteristic of the long-run equilibrium in perfect competition?
A. Firms operate with excess capacity
B. Price is greater than marginal cost
C. Firms earn supernormal profits
D. Price equals minimum average cost and firms earn normal profits

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
In long-run equilibrium under perfect competition, free entry and exit ensure that price equals minimum long-run average cost and firms earn only normal profits.

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Question #2
The Harrod-Domar growth model emphasizes the role of:
A. natural resources
B. population growth
C. technological progress
D. saving and capital-output ratio

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
The Harrod-Domar model emphasises saving rate and capital-output ratio as determinants of growth.

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Question #3
Which of the following is an example of a merit good?
A. Cigarettes
B. Alcohol
C. Gambling
D. Education

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Merit goods are those that the government feels people will under-consume and which ought to be subsidised or provided free, such as education and healthcare.

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