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The main reason that people hold money to buy things is referred to as the ?

Correct answer: C. Transactions motive

  • A. Profit motive
  • B. Precautionary motive
  • C. Transactions motive
  • D. speculation motive

Explanation

The transactions motive is the desire to hold money for ordinary purchases of goods and services. The precautionary motive concerns unexpected needs, while speculation concerns asset prices and interest rates.

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