In the United States, the money for loans to businesses comes mainly from

A. corporate profits.
B. the federal government.
C. savings held in lending institutions.
D. state and local governments.


Answer: C

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A. OA B. AC C. OC D. OD

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What will be an ideal response?

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During the 1950s, the Fed targeted

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What will be an ideal response?

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