Question 33
MediumOriginal questionAn initial deposit of ₹1,000 crore is made and the reserve ratio is 20%. Total deposits created in the banking system are
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CorrectNot quiteAnswer C
Correct answer: C
Explanation
Multiplier = 1 ÷ 0.2 = 5.
Total deposits = 1,000 × 5 = ₹5,000 crore.
Worth noting
₹4,000 crore is the new credit created (total deposits minus the first deposit), not total deposits.
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