Which of the following describe a common cause of bank panics? Check all that apply. Rumors that a bank is in financial trouble spread easily. A run on a given bank is often contagious and spreads to other financial institutions. Potential buyers of the assets of a bank, incorrectly rumored to be distressed, may suspect the assets to be of poor quality. Which of the following are reasons why bank panics were largely eliminated after 1933? Check all that apply. Banks are required to hold a significant percentage of their assets as bank capital. The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) reimburses those who lose their deposits when a bank cannot honor its obligations.