The table below shows the data (in millions) for Wells Fargo Bank in September 2007 and September 2008.Suppose that the required reserve ratio is 3 percent. $$\begin{array} { | c | c | c | }
\hline & 2007 & 2008 \
\hline \text { Loans } & 79 & 100 \
\hline \text { Reserves } & 11 & 11 \
\hline \text { Deposits } & 247 & 266 \
\hline
\end{array}$$
The data show that

Question

The table below shows the data (in millions) for Wells Fargo Bank in September 2007 and September 2008.Suppose that the required reserve ratio is 3 percent. $$\begin{array} { | c | c | c | } 
\hline & 2007 & 2008 \
\hline \text { Loans } & 79 & 100 \
\hline \text { Reserves } & 11 & 11 \
\hline \text { Deposits } & 247 & 266 \
\hline
\end{array}$$
The data show that

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

In 2007, Wells Fargo had reserves of 11 million and deposits of 247 million. With a required reserve ratio of 3%, the required reserves would be 7.41 million (3% of 247 million). Since the actual reserves were 11 million, Wells Fargo had excess reserves and could create more loans.

The Table Below Shows the Data (In Millions) for Wells