The U.S. Federal Reserve - Paperback

The U.S. Federal Reserve, called "the Fed," is the central bank of the United States. It manages the nation's monetary policy, regulates and supervises banks, and maintains financial stability. It adjusts interest rates and controls money supply. Learn about the Fed's role in promoting employment, stable prices, and low interest rates with this social studies title middle-grade readers. Aligns with NCSS standards for power, authority, and governance. Includes table of contents, sidebars, glossary, bibliographic references, and index