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Which of the following is a motive for holding money?

Which of the following is a motive for holding money?
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  • A Celebration
  • B Daily purchases
  • C Election campaign
  • D Payment of taxes
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
In his publication on The General Theory of Employment, Interest, & Money, Keynes outlined three reasons, or motives, for holding money or cash: Transaction Motive: to pay for goods or services. It is useful for conducting everyday transactions or purchases. Precautionary Motive: it's a relatively safe investment.

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