What is the​ "subprime sector" of the​ economy?
A.​ Loans, typically to those with great credit​ histories, where interest rates are below the prime rate established by Federal Reserve.
B. Firms or businesses who borrow less money than the​ "prime" amount they are able to afford because they fear an economic downturn.
C. The segement of the economy that relates to loans made to​ people/businesses that are at a greater likelihood for default because of bad credit history.
D. Loans from the Federal Reserve to banks in order to meet their daily reserve requirements.