The Volcker Rule, Named for a Former Fed Chair

question 24

Multiple Choice

The Volcker rule, named for a former Fed chair:

• A) is intended to increase the powers of the Fed.
• B) states that the U.S. government will rescue certain large banks if necessary to reduce systemic risk in the financial system.
• C) sets limits on banks' proprietary trading.
• D) requires all banks to undergo annual stress tests.

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