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Module 8 Review
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is MOST often the result of additional education and training? | Higher income |
| ____________ are protected by the Better Business Bureau, the Federal Trade Commission, and the North Carolina Attorney General. | Consumers |
| Which part of an individual’s budget helps them by protecting them against unexpected expenses, helps them to prepare for the future, and allows them to prepare for large purchases? | Savings |
| How can you use your credit wisely and build a good credit score? | By making your credit card payments on time |
| Which federal agency monitors the stock market and the stock brokers who buy and sell stock? | The Securities and Exchange Commission |
| Mayra noticed an usual withdrawal on her bank statement. She then discovered that her Social Security and bank account information had been stolen and used to open new credit card accounts. Mayra was the victim of which type of crime? | Identity Theft |
| If your credit or debit card is lost or stolen, you should immediately report it to the | Bank or credit card company that issued the card |
| Which of the following is a measure that tells lenders like banks how likely you are to repay a loan? | Credit Score |
| Which of the following is an example of a fixed expense? | Mortgage/Rent |
| What is one advantage of paying for purchases with a credit card instead of a debit card or other cash payment? | The ability to pay for purchases over time |
| _________________ are scams that usually attract investors with promises of high returns and little risk | Ponzi schemes |
| In which situation would the Better Business Bureau help a consumer? | When a business has cheated a customer |
| Which purchase would most likely require the use of a loan? | A house |
| Which investment tool offers low interest rates but allows you to begin saving with a low minimum deposit? | Basic Savings Account |
| The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) protects consumers by | Insuring commercial bank deposits |