Evolution of Banking Sector and Government Regulation
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What is a key reason for the rapid expansion of bank service menus?

  • To limit their service offerings to traditional services
  • To become general financial-service providers (correct)
  • To reduce competition with other financial institutions
  • To focus solely on investment banking
  • Which type of bank covers whole regions, nations, and continents, and offers the widest possible menu of financial services?

  • Community banks
  • Online banks
  • Credit unions
  • Money-center banks (correct)
  • What distinguishes community banks from money-center banks?

  • Competitors
  • Size and global reach (correct)
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Type of services offered
  • According to the US regulation, what defines a bank?

    <p>Accepting deposits subject to withdrawal on demand and making loans of a commercial nature</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do community banks often provide that money-center banks may not?

    <p>Personalized financial services</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did banks start offering a wider range of financial products?

    <p>To respond to changing customer needs and remain competitive</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of bank faces tough global competition due to its expansive operations and offerings?

    <p>Money-center banks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason behind the evolution of banks into general financial-service providers?

    <p>To offer a broader array of financial products</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What differentiates money-center banks from community banks?

    <p>The scale of operations and service menu.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the catalyst for the US government's decision to define what constitutes a bank?

    <p>The need for standardized banking practices.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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