Question 44
HardOriginal questionThe reserve ratio is 25%. To create total deposits of ₹2,000 crore, the initial deposit must be
Show the answer and explanation
CorrectNot quiteAnswer B
Correct answer: B
Explanation
Multiplier = 1 ÷ 0.25 = 4.
Initial deposit = 2,000 ÷ 4 = ₹500 crore.
- Concept
- Initial deposit from total deposits
- Typical timeTypical
- 100 s
- Your timeYours
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