If Banks Choose to Hold More Excess Reserves, Then

question 26

Multiple Choice

If banks choose to hold more excess reserves, then:

• A)the total reserves in the banking system will decrease
• B)the money supply will fall
• C)the money multiplier will increase
• D)the discount rate will decrease

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Definitions:

Debt-Reduction Plan

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Credit Card Spending

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Pro-Rated

Adjusted according to a certain rate, portion, or amount. Often used for payments or charges that are calculated based on usage or time period within a full billing cycle.

Fixed Expenses

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