Which of the following statements is correct?

A. The actual reserves of a commercial bank equal its excess reserves minus its required
reserves.
B. A bank's liabilities plus its net worth equal its assets.
C. When borrowers repay bank loans, the supply of money increases.
D. A single commercial bank can safely lend a multiple amount of its excess reserves.


Answer: B. A bank's liabilities plus its net worth equal its assets.

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