If the banking system has demand deposits of $100,000, total reserves equal to $15,000, and a required reserve ratio of 10 percent, the banking system can increase the volume of loans by a maximum of

A. $50,000.
B. $5,000.
C. $85,000.
D. $100,000.

Answer: A

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