The Federal Reserve Board of Governors has decided to ease monetary conditions to counter early signs of an economic downturn. Because price inflation has been a burden in recent years, the Board is eager to avoid any action that the public might interpret as a return to inflationary conditions. How might the Board use its power to accomplish the objective of monetary ease without drawing unfavorable publicity to its actions? In your post, ensure that you clearly identify and comment on a suitable resolution to achieve the objective of monetary ease. The quality of your submissions is a critical element in the evaluation process.