When the value of money is on the vertical axis, the money supply curve slopes upward because an increase in the value of money induces banks to create more money.

Vertical Axis

In a graph or chart, the vertical line that typically represents the dependent variable or the range of values measured.

Money Supply Curve

A graphical representation showing the relationship between the quantity of money in the economy and the interest rate, typically illustrating how changes in the money supply affect interest rates.

Value of Money

The value of money is the purchasing power of currency, which determines the amount of goods or services that can be purchased with a unit of currency.