Difference between revisions of "Fractional Reserve Banking"

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Fractional Reserve Banking is the practice whereby a bank holds reserves that are a fraction of its deposit liabilities. It contrasts with a Full Reserve Banking system in which banks must hold reserves for 100% of on-demand liabilities.