In the Market for Bank Reserves, a Reduction in the Required

question 280

Multiple Choice

In the market for bank reserves, a reduction in the required reserve ratio will cause

• A) a reduction in the federal funds rate.
• B) an increase in the equilibrium quantity of reserves.
• C) a reduction in the demand for reserves.
• D) all of the above.

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