Test Flashcards

1
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Savings accounts typically offer more interest than what type of account

A

Checking account

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2
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Which of the following statements about savings accounts is false

A

Savings accounts allow an unlimited number of withdrawals each month

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3
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What should you do before you withdraw money from the atm

A

Inspect the atm to make sure it wasn’t tampered with

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4
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Which if the following is not a common feature of a financial institution

A

Access to investment products

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5
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Which of the following is not a common feature of a financial institution

A

Investment trading

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6
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What should you do before you use an atm

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Inspect the atm and it’s surroundings to make sure it’s safe to use

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7
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Which type of bank account is best for everyday transactions

A

Checking account

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8
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If there is an issue with your bank statement or account balance who should you contact to resolve the issue

A

Your bank

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9
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Which savings account will earn you the most money

A

One that compounds internet daily

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10
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Which statement is true

A

If there is a mistake on your bank account you should contact your financial institution immediately

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11
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Which of the following statements about check cashing companies is false

A

They charge low fees

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12
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How would you reconcile your bank account to avoid spending more than you have

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Compare your own records of your spending with your financial institutions records

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13
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Which of the following statements about stocks is true

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A stock is a share of ownership in a company

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14
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A mutual fund is

A

A type of investment that invests in a mix of different types of investments

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15
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A ________ is a share of ownership in a company

A

Stock

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16
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Why is it important to reconcile your bank statements

A

All the above

17
Q

How can you avoid spending more than what is in your bank account

A

Keep your own records to compare with your financial institutions records

18
Q

Which of the following statements about savings accounts is false

A

Savings accounts don’t usually require a minimum balance to avoid paying a fee

19
Q

Which of the following statements about check cashing companies is true

A

They charge high fees

20
Q

Which of the following statements about savings accounts is false

A

Savings accounts don’t usually pay interest on the money don’t deposit

21
Q

Which of the following statements about investing is false

A

Investing is guaranteed way to grow your money

22
Q

Which statement about investing is true

A

Investing is risked than putting money in a savings account

23
Q

A stock is

A

A share of ownership in a company

24
Q

If there is a mistake with one of your bank accounts who should you contact to resolve the issue

A

Your financial institution

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A savings account that compounds internet daily will earn a higher return than a savings account that pays simple interest daily
True
26
Which of the following financial institutions typically have the highest fees
Cash checking and payday loan companies
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Which type of bank account typically offers the least if any interest
Checking account
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Which of the following is not a common feature of a financial institution
Access to investment advice
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Investment is best for
Long term financial goals like paying for retirement