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The United States Dollar, often symbolized as USD or $, is the official currency of the United States of America and its territories. It is also widely used as a reserve currency by other countries and in international monetary transactions. The dollar is managed by the Federal Reserve, the central bank of the United States, which is responsible for monetary policy and financial stability.

The US Dollar is divided into 100 cents. Currency denominations include coins in denominations of 1 cent (penny), 5 cents (nickel), 10 cents (dime), 25 cents (quarter), 50 cents (half dollar), and 1 dollar. Dollar bills are issued in denominations of $1, $2, $5, $10, $20, $50, and $100. Historically, higher denominations existed but are no longer in general circulation.

The design of US currency features portraits of prominent American figures. For example, George Washington is on the $1 bill, Thomas Jefferson on the $2 bill, Abraham Lincoln on the $5 bill, Alexander Hamilton on the $10 bill, Andrew Jackson on the $20 bill, Ulysses S. Grant on the $50 bill, and Benjamin Franklin on the $100 bill. The reverse sides of the bills depict various significant American landmarks and events.

The US Dollar's value fluctuates based on various economic factors, including inflation, interest rates, and geopolitical events. It is the most traded currency in the world's foreign exchange markets.