When Banks Hold More Reserves Than Are Required, Such Reserves

question 101

Multiple Choice

When banks hold more reserves than are required, such reserves are called

• A) total reserves.
• B) required reserves.
• C) excess reserves.
• D) loan reserves.

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Definitions:

Marginal Cost

The hike in aggregate cost linked with the fabrication of one extra unit of a product or service.

Marginal Revenue

The additional income received from selling one more unit of a good or service, critical in determining optimal production levels.

Average Variable Cost

The total variable cost divided by the quantity of output produced, indicating the variable cost of producing each unit.

Total Fixed Cost

Total Fixed Cost is the sum of all costs required to produce a product or service that does not change with the volume of output, such as rent, salaries, and equipment maintenance.