The Federal Reserve System Performs Many Functions but Its Most

question 34

Multiple Choice

The Federal Reserve System performs many functions but its most important one is:

• A) Issuing currency
• B) Controlling the money supply
• C) Providing for check clearing and collection
• D) Acting as fiscal agent for the U.S. government

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