Which of the Following Reduces the Costs Involved with the Federal

question 48

Multiple Choice

Which of the following reduces the costs involved with the Federal Reserve's check-clearing role?

• A)A decrease in the use of the barter system
• B)A reduction in the Fed's discount rate
• C)An increase in the reserve requirement
• D)An increase in the use of debit cards

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