Monetary policy is when the Bank of Canada influences A. tax rates, which influence economic activity. B. government spending, which influences economic activity. C. interest rates, which influence economic activity. D. population growth rates, which influence economic activity. Interest rates affect some stock prices A. less than others because low rates of interest discourage firm borrowing and investing, but low rates make stocks a poor investment asset. B. less than others because low rates of interest discourage firm borrowing and investing, and low rates make stocks a wise investment asset. C. more than others because low rates of interest encourage firm borrowing and investing, and low rates make stocks a wise investment asset. D. more than others because low rates of interest encourage firm borrowing and investing, but low rates make stocks a poor investment asset