Money is more than just bills in your wallet or purse.
Money is anything generally accepted in exchange for goods or services.
Money has taken many different forms over the years. Without money it would be difficult to engage in meaningful business transactions. In this lesson we will examine the forms of money and the U.S.'s financial system. Focus your attention on common types of financial institutions and the Federal Reserve System. How to Proceed Make sure you've read the Introduction and Lesson Objectives for this lesson.