A Firm Borrows $100,000 from the Bank, but Has to Maintain

question 33

Multiple Choice

A firm borrows $100,000 from the bank, but has to maintain a compensating balance of $20,000 with the bank.The annual interest rate for the loan is 12%.What is the effective annual rate if the interest is compounded monthly?

• A)12.03%
• B)13.00%
• C)14.05%
• D)16.08% Effective Annual Rate with Compensating Balances =

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Definitions:

Crowding-Out Effect

The phenomenon where increased government spending leads to a reduction in private sector spending and investment, due to higher interest rates or other factors.

Private Investment

The expenditure on capital goods by private sector firms or individuals to increase their production capacity or asset portfolio.

Government Spending

The total amount of money spent by the government on various services and projects, including education, defense, infrastructure, and welfare programs.

Crowding-Out Effect

Describes a situation in economics where increased public sector spending reduces or eliminates private sector spending, often due to higher interest rates or borrowed funds.