Federal Reserve Quiz CH 1

What is the main purpose of the Federal Reserve?

• To regulate the supply of money in the country

• To issue currency in the country

• To oversee the country's banks

• All of the above

How does the Federal Reserve influence interest rates?

• By setting short-term interest rates

• By setting long-term interest rates

• By controlling borrowing costs

• All of the above

What is the role of the Federal Reserve in the payment system?

• To ensure the safety and efficiency of payments

• To issue and distribute currency

• To process electronic financial transactions

• All of the above

Why is supervising and regulating banks important?

• To ensure the safety and soundness of banks

• To prevent banking panics and crises

• To maintain confidence in the banking system

• All of the above

When was the Federal Reserve Act passed?

• 1893

• 1907

• 1913

• 1930

What is the role of the Board of Governors in the Federal Reserve?

• To oversee the Federal Reserve System

• To make monetary policy decisions

• To regulate and supervise banks

• All of the above

How many regional Reserve Banks are there in the Federal Reserve System?

• 6

• 9

• 12

• 15

Who appoints the members of the Board of Governors?

• The President of the United States

• The Senate

• The Federal Reserve Banks

• The Board of Directors

What is the role of the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC)?

• To set monetary policy

• To supervise and regulate banks

• To process electronic financial transactions

• All of the above

How does the Federal Reserve fund its operations?

• Through the congressional budget process

• Through interest earned on government securities

• Through fees charged for financial services

• Through donations from member banks