Are "smart cards" or E-cash cards part of the money supply?

a. Yes, because they can be given away to make a payment.
b. Yes, because they will soon completely replace cash.
c. No, because they are not issued by banks.
d. No, because they are merely means to transfer checking deposits.


D

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