The End Stage of the Life Cycle of an Extremely

question 78

Multiple Choice

The end stage of the life cycle of an extremely high-mass star is a

• A) quasar.
• B) neutron star.
• C) black hole.
• D) white dwarf.

---

Definitions:

Depository Institution

A financial institution legally allowed to accept monetary deposits from consumers, such as banks and credit unions.

Required Reserve Ratio

The fraction of deposits that banks are required to hold in reserve, either in their vaults or at the central bank, to ensure that they can meet withdrawal demands.

Simple Money Multiplier

A formula that estimates the maximum amount of money that banking can generate with each dollar of reserves.

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.