Which of these is NOT a responsibility of the Federal Reserve?
Setting income tax rates
Maximizing employment
Stabilizing prices
Moderating long-term interest rates
Answer
The Federal Reserve is responsible for maximizing employment, stabilizing prices, and moderating long-term interest rates. However, setting income tax rates is not within its purview, as this is the responsibility of the U.S. Congress.
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