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What is one of the functions of a central bank in monetary policy?
Which statement correctly describes the role of building societies?
What is a characteristic of credit unions?
What service do merchant banks typically provide?
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What defines the function of development banks?
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Which function is NOT typically performed by commercial banks?
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What is one function of a central bank?
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Which banking institution is primarily associated with higher purchase sales?
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What service allows bank customers to make deposits and withdrawals remotely?
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Which of the following is a role of central banks regarding currency?
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What is a common service provided by credit unions?
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Which function does NOT relate to the day-to-day operations of a central bank?
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What is one of the functions of commercial banks related to checking transactions?
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Study Notes
Banking Systems
- Banking systems encompass all financial institutions that facilitate the transfer of funds from lenders to borrowers.
- Examples include commercial banks, building societies, finance houses, development banks, merchant banks, credit unions, and savings banks.
Commercial Banks
- Accept deposits from individuals and businesses.
- Provide services like standing order arrangements, foreign exchange transactions, and financial advice.
- Offer night safe facilities, ATM services, home banking, credit card facilities, debit card facilities, and safety deposit boxes.
Central Bank
- Functions as the "banker's bank," managing accounts for commercial banks.
- Oversees foreign exchange management, ensuring stability in the exchange rates between local and foreign currencies.
- Handles government debt management, including long-term and short-term borrowings.
- Acts as an advisor on monetary policies, influencing interest rates and commercial bank reserves.
- Issues currency (banknotes and coins).
- Serves as the banker for the government, managing its bank accounts.
- Functions as a lender of last resort, providing loans to commercial banks experiencing cash flow difficulties.
Building Societies
- Specialize in assisting potential homeowners in obtaining mortgages.
- Borrowers typically deposit savings with the building society to cover a portion of the property cost.
Finance Houses
- Focus on providing hire purchase and other installment credit options.
Development Banks
- Provide funding for specific investment projects, particularly in sectors like agriculture and tourism.
- Often receive funds from international development institutions and then distribute them to commercial banks and credit unions.
Merchant Banks
- Offer a range of financial services including:
- Accepting bills of exchange for international trade.
- Issuing bonds and placing securities.
Credit Unions
- Operate as financial cooperatives where members contribute savings.
- Loans are only extended to members and are capped at three times the member's capital contribution.
Savings Banks
- Commonly operate through post office networks in rural areas.
- Designed to encourage small savings and are typically not profit-making entities.
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Explore the various banking systems, including commercial banks, central banks, and more. This quiz delves into the functions, services, and operations of these financial institutions. Gain a comprehensive understanding of how funds are transferred between lenders and borrowers.
