JAMB Economics 2003 Question 21

Question 21

Financial Institutions

The commercial banks differ from non-bank financial institutions because they

  1. A.contribute to economic development
  2. B.accept deposits withdrawable by cheque
  3. C.mobilize savings
  4. D.invest surplus funds
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (accept deposits withdrawable by cheque)

Explanation

Only commercial banks keep current accounts whose deposits can be withdrawn by cheque; the other features are shared with non-bank institutions.