Financial Regulation
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Which of the following is a reason for the existence of deposit insurance?

  • To allow the FDIC to reorganize failed banks
  • To separate good banks from bad banks
  • To prevent bank panics
  • To ensure that depositors do not lose money in bank failures (correct)
  • What is the maximum amount that the FDIC will pay off to depositors in case of a bank failure?

  • $100,000
  • $500,000
  • $250,000 (correct)
  • $1,000,000
  • What is the problem with the pay off method of handling failed banks?

  • Depositors may need to pay a fee to receive their payment
  • Depositors may receive less than the full amount of their deposit
  • Depositors may not receive any payment (correct)
  • Depositors may need to wait for a long time to receive their payment
  • What is the purchase and assumption method used by the FDIC?

    <p>The FDIC reorganizes the bank and finds a willing merger partner to take over all liabilities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the source of funds for the FDIC to pay off depositors in case of a bank failure?

    <p>Other banks with FDIC insurance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a concern related to moral hazard in insurance arrangements?

    <p>Higher insurance premiums</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one potential consequence of FDIC insurance on banks?

    <p>Increased risk-taking</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do depositors and creditors not impose marketplace discipline on financial institutions with FDIC insurance?

    <p>They are protected from losses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is adverse selection in the context of FDIC insurance?

    <p>The selection of banks with higher risk profiles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How might a low deductible on automobile collision insurance affect driver behavior?

    <p>Encourage reckless driving</p> Signup and view all the answers

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