1. What are the major sources of funds for commercial banks in the United States? What are the major uses of funds for commercial banks? For each of your answers, specify where the item appears on the balance sheet of a typical commercial bank (Assets or Liabilities).
2. What are the major functions performed by the FDIC?
3. What forms of protection and regulation are imposed by regulators of Commercial banks to ensure their safety and soundness?
4. Why are commercial banks subject to reserve requirements?