Economics Multiple Choice Question – 28 November 2022

A closed economy has a banking system consisting of a single bank.

The bank operates with a cash ratio of 10%.

Customers deposit £10,000 in cash.

Assuming no subsequent change in notes and coins in circulation what is the maximum amount of loans that the bank can create?

Select ONE answer:

1. £1,000
2. £9,000
3. £90,000
4. £100,000

Show your workings to arrive at your answer, and explain and justify your reasons:

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This multiple-choice question is suitable for Economics KS4 and KS5 classes.

The answer is 3

1. Not correct
2. Not correct
3. Correct
4. Not correct

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