-Discounting is no longer needed because the presence of the FDIC eliminates the possibility of bank panics." Discuss.
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Step 1: The presence of the FDIC does help prevent bank panics by insuring deposits up to a certain amount, which gives depositors confidence in the safety of their funds. Show more…
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