Assume That the Required Reserve Ratio Is 20

question 15

Multiple Choice

Assume that the required reserve ratio is 20%. What is the maximum increase in money supply for the banking system as a whole following a $10,000 increase in excess reserves?

• A) $5,000
• B) $10,000
• C) $40,000
• D) $50,000

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