Which of the Following Would Be an Example of a Formal

question 9

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would be an example of a formal norm?

• A) Using a salad fork at dinner
• B) A man wearing a suit to a job interview
• C) A law requiring a picture ID and other documents to vote
• D) A woman's family being required to present a dowry to the prospective groom

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Definitions:

Required Reserve Ratio

The fraction of deposits that banks are required by law to keep on hand or with the central bank, rather than lend out.

Money-Creation Process

The mechanisms through which new money is produced and introduced into the economy, primarily conducted by central banks and commercial banks.

Government Securities

Financial instruments issued by the government to finance its expenditures, including bonds, bills, and notes.

Checkable Deposits

are bank account balances that can be readily accessed and used for payments or withdrawals via checks, debit cards, or electronic transfers.