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What is meant by “liquidity trap”?

A. High liquidity in the market leading to inflation
B. Low interest rates fail to stimulate investment and spending
C. Excess foreign investment in the economy
D. High demand for liquid assets

Explanation:

A liquidity trap occurs when low interest rates fail to encourage investment and spending. The other options do not describe this economic phenomenon.

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