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PF 2,3,&8
Personal Finance Chapters 2,3,&8
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What effect does inflation have on the value of money? | Inflation decreases the value of money |
| What does the Rule of 72 calculate? | How long it would take for an invest to double in price |
| A savings account that compounds interest _______ is the most lucrative savings account. | Daily |
| What is one disadvantage of CD's? | Money is not easily accessible |
| If Sam loans his sister $500 at 3% interest. How much will Sam's sister owe after 3 years? | $545.00 |
| What is compound interest? | Interest paid on interest earned |
| What is the 1st Foundation of financial well-being according to Dave Ramsey? | Save for a $500 emergency fund |
| According to Dave, major expenses should be paid out of a... | Sinking Fund |
| This principle suggests that certain amount of money today has a different buying power in the future. | Time Value of Money |
| Why should an emergency fund be kept in a separate savings account away from spending money? | So your emergency fund is not easily spent |
| What is the preferred investment of Dave Ramsey? | Mutual Funds |
| The more liquid an investment, the ______ return can be expected | Less |
| What are dividends? | Profits of a company paid out to stockholders |
| Savings accounts and money market accounts are most appropriate for... | Emergency funds and short-term goals |
| What is the benefit of diversification? | Reduced risk |
| To ensure that some of retirements savings will not be subject to taxes upon withdrawal, you would contribute to... | Roth IRA |
| What is a 401(k)? | Employer-sponsored retirement plan |
| What is the retirement plan used by non-profit organizations? | 403(b) |
| What is an example of a fixed expense? | Rent |
| What is an example of a variable expense? | Groceries |
| What is an example of a discretionary expense? | Eating out at a restaurant |
| What is a Zero-Based Budget? | A money plan where every dollar earned has a specific purpose |
| What is not excused under bankruptcy? | Student Loan Debt |
| What financial aid can you NOT apply for using FAFSA? | Scholarships |
| What is a grace period? | The period after school before you must start paying back student loans (usually about 6 months) |
| What is current student debt unpaid? | Over $1 Trillion |