Which of the Following Statements Best Summarizes the Difference Between

question 18

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements best summarizes the difference between M-1 and M-2?

• A)The M-1 definition of the money supply considers only domestic currencies while the M-2 definition includes foreign currencies.
• B)The M-1 definition consists of "hard" currencies which are backed by gold and silver,while M-2 consists of "soft" currencies which are not backed by gold and silver.
• C)The M-2 definition includes everything in the M-1 definition,plus additional components such as money in savings accounts,money market accounts,and certificates of deposit.
• D)The M-1 money supply consists only of the currency coins and paper money)that circulates in our economy,while the M-2 includes traveler's checks and funds in demand deposits.

---

Definitions:

Intrinsic Value

The actual value of a company or an asset based on underlying perceptions of its true value including all aspects of the business.

Two-Stage Growth

A model for valuing a company by assuming two different rates of growth: an initial high-growth period followed by a lower, stable growth period.

Major Downturn

A significant decline in economic activity across markets or industries, often characterized by falling GDP, employment, and consumer spending.

Seasoned Equity Offering

This is when a company that has already made its initial public offering (IPO) issues additional new shares to the public.