1. What was the method used for lowering ination; and what were the positive and negative effects for the U.S. and the global economy as a whole? 2. How did speculators front-run the strong dollar policy? 3. How did a strong dollar affect U.S. output? 4. What was the response of foreign (Non-American) central banks? 5. What were the effects on employment rates for affected countries? 6. What was the purpose of the plaza accord