One Way to Enhance the Stability of the Banking System

question 253

Multiple Choice

One way to enhance the stability of the banking system is to

• A) require higher bank capitalization, or net worth.
• B) increase the federal funds rate.
• C) reduce the required reserve ratio.
• D) require more leveraging by banks.

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Definitions:

Market Rate

The prevailing interest rate available in the marketplace for instruments of similar credit risk and maturity.

Face Value

The nominal or dollar value printed on a bond, bill, or other financial instrument, representing the amount to be repaid at maturity.

Selling Premium

The amount by which the selling price of a bond exceeds its par value or face value.

Premium on Bonds Payable

The excess amount by which bonds are issued over their face value, representing an additional cost of borrowing to the issuer.