If the desired reserve ratio is 3 percent and deposits totaled $5.75 billion, banks hold
A)$172.5 million in reserves.
B)$0.1725 million in reserves.
C)$172.5 million in excess reserves.
D)$0.1725 million in excess reserves.
E)$192 million in reserves.

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To calculate the required reserves, we multiply the deposits by the desired reserve ratio: 
Required Reserves = $5.75 billion x 0.03 = $172.5 million 
Therefore, banks hold $172.5 million in reserves.

If the Desired Reserve Ratio Is 3 Percent and Deposits