Assume That There Is a 25 Percent Reserve Ratio and That

question 357

Multiple Choice

Assume that there is a 25 percent reserve ratio and that the Federal Reserve buys $200 million worth of government securities. If the securities are purchased from the public, then this action has the potential to increase bank lending by a maximum of

• A) $600 million, and also by $600 million if the securities are purchased directly from commercial banks.
• B) $800 million, and also by $800 million if the securities are purchased directly from commercial banks.
• C) $600 million, but by $800 million if the securities are purchased directly from commercial banks.
• D) $800 million, but only by $600 million if the securities are purchased directly from commercial banks.

Understand the implications and limitations of the Local Government Antitrust Act of 1984.

Identify the legal consequences of violating the Clayton Act, including criminal penalties and merger regulations.

Comprehend the role and responsibility of the Justice Department and the FTC in enforcing antitrust laws.

Grasp the fundamental principles of the Robinson-Patman Act, including price discrimination.

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