Suppose Never Bank (not the central bank), operating in (fictitious country) Neverland holds $100 million in deposits. Also assume that banks in Neverland are supposed to maintain the (required) reserve ratio of 10%. What will be the effect on money supply if many banks start to open and operate in Neverland and they loan out all their available deposits. (explain in 100 words or less)

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Suppose Never Bank (not the central bank), operating in (fictitious country) Neverland holds $100 million in deposits. Also assume that banks in Neverland are supposed to maintain the (required) reserve ratio of 10%.

What will be the effect on money supply if many banks start to open and operate in Neverland and they loan out all their available deposits. (explain in 100 words or less)

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