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Banking — Unit test Answers

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Cost-push inflation occurs when

A
consumers begin purchasing more goods.
B
producers need more money to make and distribute goods.
C
the government prints more money and pushes prices up.
D
consumers have more money to spend on goods and services.
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Does a depression always follow a recession?

Y
Yes, the trough is always considered a depression.
N
No, a depression is indicated when the recession is exceptionally long.
Y
Yes, for recovery to occur, the trough must be reached.
N
No, the economy could decline quickly and bypass recession.
3

One fact about all currency is that it

A
loses value over time.
B
has a changing value.
C
maintains a stable value.
D
grows increasingly valuable.
4

How do bank loans help the nation’s economy?

T
They ensure consumer spending and confidence.
T
They ensure the success of new businesses.
T
They allow businesses to expand and improve.
T
They allow consumers to quickly pay off debts.
5

Which is the most liquid form of money?

A
cash and currency in circulation
B
investment accounts
C
savings accounts
D
demand accounts
6

Which best describes the economic impact of defaulting on bank loans?

A
The economy suffers because banks have less money to loan to others.
B
The economy suffers because people have less money to spend.
C
The economy suffers because businesses are scared to take out loans.
D
The economy suffers because people are scared to take out loans.
7

What is the difference between inflation and deflation?

I
Inflation can result from falling demand and boosts the value of money. Deflation can result from rising demand and reduces the value of money.
I
Inflation can result from rising demand and boosts the value of money. Deflation can result from falling demand and reduces the value of money.
I
Inflation can result from falling demand and reduces the value of money. Deflation can result from rising demand and boosts the value of money.
I
Inflation can result from rising demand and reduces the value of money. Deflation can result from falling demand and boosts the value of money.
8

When individuals are looking for jobs but are unable to find work, they are said to be .

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9

What advantages does money have over bartered goods? Check all that apply.

A
Money is easy to earn, and bartering takes a lot of work.
B
Money has a set value, and bartered goods do not.
C
Money is more portable than bartered goods.
D
Money is always worth more than bartered goods.
E
Money allows people to easily store value they earn.
10

Which is an example of how a denomination is divisible?

A
An American dollar may equal one-half of one Euro.
B
An American dollar is equal to four quarters.
C
Three American dollars may buy a small snack.
D
Five American dollars may be worth less next year.
11

Which of the following best describes the circular flow model?

A
The model represents the movement of money throughout the economy.
B
The model represents the interactions within sectors.
C
The model represents the flow of goods and services between sectors.
D
The model represents the changing relationships between actors.
12

As a result of decreased production, David lost his job designing cars. Which terms can be used to describe David? Select two options.cyclically unemployeddomestically unemployedfrictionally unemployedstructurally unemployedstill employedunemployed

c
cyclically unemployed
d
domestically unemployed
f
frictionally unemployed
s
structurally unemployed
s
still employed
u
unemployed
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What are the signs of low inflation? Check all that apply.Demand steadily rises.Demand steadily falls.Prices continue to increase.Prices continue to decrease.The economy grows in a healthy way.The economy stagnates and struggles.

D
Demand steadily rises.
D
Demand steadily falls.
P
Prices continue to increase.
P
Prices continue to decrease.
T
The economy grows in a healthy way.
T
The economy stagnates and struggles.
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nominal measurementconsumer price indexannual rateUS Bureau of Labor statistic

A
nominal measurement
B
consumer price index
C
annual rate
D
US Bureau of Labor statistic
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How do consumers’ feelings about the economy help contribute to growth?

P
Positive consumer attitudes influence spending habits.
P
Positive consumer attitudes increase job prospects.
P
Positive consumer attitudes inspire increased production.
P
Positive consumer attitudes can end a depression.

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