Which financial institutions are often called thrifts?
a finance companies
b savings and loans
c commercial banks
d credit unions

b. savings and loans

Explanation:

Savings and loans financial institutions are known to be financial institutions which permit account holders to deposit and save money in their account. Furthermore, the financial institutions in turn pay interest into the account. They are also known as savings bank or thrifts. Thus, they provide loan to individuals in order to buy a house.

answer; (d) none of the above;