1. Suppose the total amount of reserves in the economy is $ 5 billion, and the public does not directly hold any cash. Also, suppose all banks hold excess reserves equal to 4% of deposits and the required reserve ratio is 5%. Calculate the money multiplier and what is the total money supply?
2. Hastings Entertainment has a. eta of 0.49. If the market return is expected to be 12.60 percent and the risk free rate is 6.60 percent, what is Hastings ‘ required return? (Round your answer to 2 decimal places.) Hastings’ required return.