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| What is the RBA | The reserve bank of Australia, |
|---|---|
| What is the purpose of the RBA | Keeps economy table, strong and growing |
| Is the RBA apart of the government | No, it works closely with the government |
| Inflation definition | When goods and services go up. |
| What keeps inflation between 2-3% | The RBA uses Monetary policy |
| What is cash rate | interest rate the RBA charges banks when money is borrowed. |
| What does the RBA do when inflation is too low? | Lowers the cash rate. |
| How does a lower cash rate affect spending? | People generally spend more |
| Why does the RBA increase the cash rate? | To reduce spending and help bring inflation down. |
| Why does the RBA lower the cash rate? | To encourage spending and economic growth. |
| What does ensuring financial stability mean? | Making sure banks and financial institutions work well and safely. |
| What does the RBA do to help ensure financial stability? | It helps keep Australia's financial system safe and stable. |
| What does financial stability help protect Australia from? | Financial crises and global economic shocks. |