Note assume that there are no excess reserves

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Assume that bank deposits (D) are $3,200 billion, the required reserve ratio is 10%, and currency in circulation is $400 billion. What can the Fed do (in terms of open market operations) to lower the money supply by $100 billion? Explain. (Note assume that there are no excess reserves.)

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