Unit 7 Test Flashcards

1
Q

Why do economic decisions vary from person to person even under the same circumstances?

A

Costs and benefits are subjective.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
2
Q

Which of these statements most accurately describes the costs and benefits of using a credit card?

A

Credit cards are convenient but can result in debt.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
3
Q

Which of these statements describes one of the opportunity costs of attending college?

A

Time spent on schoolwork takes away from the chance to earn money at a job.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
4
Q

What do leases contain?

A

the obligations of renters and landlords

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
5
Q

In which situation would fee-for-service insurance be useful?

A

You want to choose your own doctor or hospital.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
6
Q

When is liability insurance needed?

A

when you cause an accident that damages another vehicle or hurts someone

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
7
Q

Which of these statements describes a situation in which people have to pay a deductible?

A

Their insurance policy only covers part of a medical expense.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
8
Q

What is a bank customer’s share of the profits made on loans?

A

savings account interest

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
9
Q

What makes a checking account more convenient than a savings account?

A

You can spend your money without having to withdraw cash first.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
10
Q

With which type of account is a minimum balance fee associated?

A

checking account

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
11
Q

What is the main reason to use a personal budget?

A

to stay out of debt

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
12
Q

Which is the first step in making a personal budget?

A

Add up all sources of income.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
13
Q

Which of these is an example of discretionary spending?

A

vacation

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
14
Q

What are you paying for when you lease a car?

A

the decrease in the car’s value

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
15
Q

What does an amortization table show?

A

the principle and interest being paid on a loan

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
16
Q

What makes a credit card more convenient than a debit card?

A

It can be used to buy things without immediate payment.

17
Q

What does a good credit history do for consumers?

A

It makes it easier for them to get loans.

18
Q

What kind of a credit card can customers with a bad credit history get?

A

one that’s secured by collateral

19
Q

What is the annual percentage rate (APR) on a credit card?

A

the amount of interest charged on unpaid balances

20
Q

Which of these protects customers who purchase defective products?

A

a warranty

21
Q

What’s the difference between a brand-name and a generic product?

A

the company that sells the product

22
Q

What is one of the primary concerns of socially responsible consumers?

A

sustainability

23
Q

Why might a letter-writing campaign get a company to change its business practices?

A

The company might fear that the letter-writing campaign will become a boycott if it doesn’t respond.

24
Q

Which would cause a boycott to fail?

A

Most consumers didn’t stay away from the company.

25
Q

How can consumers get the government to pass laws preventing companies from engaging in offensive behaviors?

A

by lobbying