Which of the Following Statements Is Best Describes Compensating Balances

question 101

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is best describes compensating balances?

• A) Compensating balance requirements apply only to businesses, not to individuals.
• B) Compensating balances are essentially costless to most firms, because those firms would normally have such funds on hand to meet transactions needs anyway.
• C) If the required compensating balance is larger than the transactions balance the firm would ordinarily hold, then the effective cost of any loan requiring such a balance is increased.
• D) Banks are prohibited from earning interest on the compensating balances they hold.

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Definitions:

Doctrine Of Quasi Contract

An equitable legal concept implying a contract exists for fairness, despite no actual agreement between parties, to prevent unjust enrichment.

Performance Of A Contract

The execution of the duties and obligations as specified in a legal contract by the parties involved.

Compliance

The act of adhering to and following laws, regulations, standards, and ethical practices set by regulatory bodies or institutions.

Price Changes

Variations in the cost of goods or services over time, influenced by factors such as supply and demand, inflation, and market competition.