Evaluating the Economic Necessity of the Banking System
A classmate argues, 'An economy could function just as effectively without a formal banking system. People who want to save could just lend their money directly to people who want to borrow.' Critically evaluate this statement. In your response, assess the key functions a banking system performs that might be difficult or impossible to replicate through direct person-to-person lending.
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