Which of the following is NOT considered a primary objective of macroeconomic policy?

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Boosting oil extraction from the North SeaLowering the number of unemployed individualsMaintaining steady economic growth over timeControlling the overall rise in pricesEnsuring a balanced government budget

Explanation

Typical macroeconomic goals include reducing unemployment, sustaining economic growth, and controlling inflation. However, increasing North Sea oil production is a sector-specific target rather than a broad macroeconomic objective.