How Does the Government Change the Money Supply

– The decision of the government regarding whether to increase or decrease the money supply solely depends on the economic situation, which is devised through economic policies.
– The government further regulates the minimum reserve requirement, which is the amount banks must have as deposits. If the requirement is higher, banks will have less money to lend.
– Monetary policies have a direct impact on interest rates, inflation etc.
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