In the U.S. during the late 1800s and early 1900s, investment banks:

a. emerged to serve the expansion of railroads, mining companies and large manufacturers.
b. issued bank notes.
c. competed with state and national banks for deposits.
d. were required by law to maintain a minimum reserve ratio.
e. All of the above.


a. emerged to serve the expansion of railroads, mining companies and large manufacturers.

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