Which of the following statements most accurately describes the task of bank asset$$ management?

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Part $1$

A$.$

Banks seek to prevent bank failure at all$$ cost; since a failed bank earns no$$ profit, liquidity needs supersede the desire for profits.

B$.$

Banks seek to have the highest liquidity possible subject to earning a positive rate of return on their operations.

C$.$

Banks seek to acquire funds in the least costly way.

D$.$

Banks seek the highest returns possible subject to minimizing risk and making adequate provisions for liquidity.