Hbc2222:Monetary Theory Question Paper
Hbc2222:Monetary Theory
Course:Bachelor Of Commerce
Institution: Meru University Of Science And Technology question papers
Exam Year:2012
QUESTION ONE (30 MARKS)
a. Explain the principles under which a central bank is run (6 Marks) b. Discuss the main functions of a central bank (12 Marks) c. Explain the main functions of commercial banks (4 Marks) d. Discuss the role of commercial bank in economic development in your country (8 Marks)
QUESTION TWO (20 MARKS)
a. What are the basic functions of money (8 Marks) b. Discuss the significance of money in a modern economy (10 Marks) c. Explain the different kinds of money available in a modern economy (2 Marks)
QUESTION THREE (20 MARKS)
a. Discuss the motives for holding money in Keynesian model (9 Marks) b. Explain both isherian and ambrides ersion of money demand theories (11 Marks)
QUESTION FOUR (20 MARKS)
a. Explain the meaning and scope of monetary policy (4 Marks) b. Explain monetary policy transmission mechanism (12 Marks) c. Explain the factors that determine effectiveness of monetary policy (4 Marks)
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QUESTION FIVE (20 MARKS)
The money and commodity market for an economy are defined by the following equation.
Commodity market.
Y = C + I
C= 200 + 2/5y
I= 1900 12 r
Money market:
MDT = ½ Y
MD3 = 1000 -10r
M3 = 1500
i. Derive the Is and LM functions for the economy (5 Marks) ii. What is the equilibrium income and rate of interest for the economy (5 Marks) iii. Explain the role central bank on promoting economic growth of the country (10 Marks)
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