The Direction of the Electric Field at a Point Is

question 40

Multiple Choice

The direction of the electric field at a point is the same as

• A)the force on a neutron placed at that point.
• B)the force on a proton placed at that point.
• C)the force on an electron placed at that point.
• D)the force on a hydrogen molecule placed at that point.
• E)None of these is correct.

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Definitions:

Required Reserve Ratio

The fraction of deposits that a bank is required by regulation to hold in reserve, not loaning them out, ensuring banks can meet their depositor's demands.

Required Reserve

The minimum amount of funds that a bank must hold in reserve against deposits made by customers, as mandated by central banking authorities.

Excess Reserves

The amount of reserves that a bank holds beyond the required minimum, which can potentially be lent out to create new money.

Excess Reserves

The funds that banks hold over and above the required reserve ratio set by the central bank, which can be loaned out or invested.