A Bank Finds Itself Short of Required Reserves and Therefore

question 60

Multiple Choice

A bank finds itself short of required reserves and therefore borrows from another commercial bank. The interest rate on this loan is

• A) zero.
• B) the prime rate.
• C) the discount rate.
• D) the federal funds rate.
• E) the required reserve ratio.

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Definitions:

Lease Alternative

This term could refer to the option of leasing as opposed to purchasing an asset, often evaluated to determine the most cost-effective method of acquiring the asset.

Commitment To Finance

A lender's promise to provide funds under specified conditions to a borrower for a particular transaction.

After-Tax Cost

The actual cost of an investment or loan after considering the effects of taxes on its profitability or expense.

Salvage Value

The estimated resale value of an asset at the end of its useful life.