Economics Mcqs – MCQs

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1.Where is the interest rate established, and how does it affect planned investment and related markets?

2.What is the term for a rise in the money supply intended to boost overall economic output?

3.Which sequence of events correctly describes the effects of an expansionary monetary policy?

4.Regarding money demand, what does the interest rate signify?

5.What factor primarily determines the opportunity cost associated with holding money?

6.What is the primary reason individuals keep money on hand for everyday purchases called?

7.Which scenario would cause a rise in the demand for money?

8.What happens to the interest rate when the demand for money surpasses the available money supply?

9.If a bank holds surplus reserves available for lending but cannot find borrowers, how will this situation affect the money multiplier?

10.What term describes the amount by which a bank's actual reserves exceed its required reserves?

11.How is a checking account deposit classified on a bank's balance sheet?

12.What is the term for money that a government mandates must be accepted to settle debts?

13.If the central bank buys a government bond from an individual who then deposits the entire payment into their bank account, how will the money supply be affected?

14.If all banks hold a 100% reserve ratio, what happens to the money supply when a person deposits Rs 1,000 in a bank?

15.What does the refinancing rate refer to?

16.What is the minimum basis on which central banks require commercial banks to hold reserves?

17.What is the value of the money multiplier when banks maintain a reserve ratio of 20%?

18.Which of the following statements about money is incorrect?

19.Which of the following is an example of fiat currency?

20.What best defines money?