Changes in monetary policy aimed at reducing aggregate demand involve decreasing the money supply or increasing the interest rate.

Monetary Policy

The process by which the central bank or monetary authority of a country controls the supply of money, often targeting an inflation rate or interest rate to ensure economic stability and growth.

Aggregate Demand

Total need for every type of good and service within an economic system, quantified at a specific price level and during a certain timeline.

Money Supply

The complete volume of monetary resources present in an economy at a specific moment, which comprises cash, coins, and the amounts in checking and savings accounts.