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Central banks sell treasury bills to the public to

Central banks sell treasury bills to the public to
Take Free Practice Test On 2026 JAMB UTME, Post UTME, WAEC SSCE, GCE, NECO SSCE
  • A Increase cash in the banking system
  • B Raise revenue for commerical banks
  • C Raise revenue for private investors
  • D Reduce cash in circulation
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
Hence, by issuing treasury bills, central banks can raise short-term fund for governments and absorb surplus liquidity from financial markets simultaneously. Therefore, when there is too much money in circulation, the central bank will sell securities to reduce money surply in the economy.

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