U5 Discussion Questions
Instructions: There are 4 discussion questions. Fully answer and write a 75-100 word answer for each.
Discussion Question 1
o Prompt: What are some of the limitations to the Basel and Basel 2 Accords? How does the Basel 3 Accord attempt to address these limitations?
o Requirement: 75-150 words
Discussion Question 2
o Prompt: Suppose that after a few mergers and acquisitions, only one bank holds 70% of all deposits in the United States. Would you say that this bank would be considered too big to fail? What does this tell you about the ongoing process of fiscal consolidation and the government safety net?
o Requirement: 75-150 words
Discussion Question 3
o Prompt: Why were consumer protection provisions included in the Dodd-Frank bill, a bill designed to strengthen the financial system? What are some of the problems with these regulations?
o Requirement: 75-150 words
Discussion Question 4
o Prompt: How can financial derivatives create excessive risk in the financial system?
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