The Simple Money Multiplier

question 146

Multiple Choice

The simple money multiplier:

• A)equals the reciprocal of the required reserve ratio.
• B)assumes banks hold excess reserves.
• C)becomes larger as the required reserve ratio increases.
• D)equals required reserves plus excess reserves.
• E)equals total reserves minus required reserves.

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