During recession, banks become increasingly hesitant to make loans

a. because they typically hold zero excess reserves
b. because borrowers are more numerous than in any other phase of the business cycle
c. because they want to create lower consumer spending
d. because they expect the recovery phase that follows will cause inflation
e. and are more willing to hold greater excess reserves


E

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