Which of the Following Statements Best Characterizes U

question 150

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements best characterizes U.S.depository institutions over the last 50 years?

• A)The industry has been very turbulent throughout this period.
• B)The industry is highly regulated and hence is a very staid,predictable industry.
• C)The industry has been highly unprofitable throughout this period.
• D)The industry was once highly competitive,but now it is relatively quiet since deregulation began during the 1970s.
• E)Once highly regulated,the industry has changed considerably during the past 20 years.

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