Money is demanded for which of the following reasons?

ECONOMICS
WAEC 2001

Money is demanded for which of the following reasons?

  • A. to meet unforseen contigencies
  • B. to solve the problem of inflation
  • C. it is easily divisible
  • D. it is portable

Correct Answer: A. to meet unforseen contigencies

Explanation

Money held to cater for unforeseen circumstances is referred to as the precautionary demand for money. In this case, money is kept for use in a contingency. That is, people maintain sufficient cash balance to act as a cushion or buffer against unexpected events.



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