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Chapter 25-26 Review
Financial Literacy: Chapter 25-26 Review: Test tmr Study!!
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| If you have a large amount of debt, creditors will be more likely to give you credit. * True or False | False |
| Cash loans can be used to purchase an item anywhere and are paid back like an installment loan. True or False | True |
| The only thing that matters to most creditors is whether or not you have enough money in the bank to pay back your credit debt. True or False | False |
| what is Credit is based on ? | Trust |
| 1 major advantage of credit | convenience |
| Half of all people with credit problems are between the ages of _what? | 18 and 32 |
| The most important factor in determining the cost of credit is __________. | The risk a CREDITOR takes |
| What are the 5 C's of Credit? | Capacity, Character, Credit History, Collateral, Capital |
| Why does it cost more to use credit over cash? | Creditors charge interest and transaction Fees |
| ADVANTAGES to using credit? | -Useful in an emergency -Establishes a credit rating -Convenience -Tracks spending |
| A loan that is backed by collateral | Secured Loan |
| An agency that collects information about you and other credit consumers | Credit Bureau |
| Creditors usually charge ___________, or a fee for using their money. | Interest |
| Some factors that affect a person’s ______________ are current debt, payment history, new credit, length of credit history and credit mix. | Credit Rating |
| A _________ lends money or provides credit. | Creditor |
| A loan that is not backed by collateral. | Unsecured Loan |
| Loans repaid in regular payments over time are called | Installment Loans |
| ____________ is an agreement to get money, goods, or services NOW in exchange for a promise to pay in the FUTURE. | Credit |
| A _______________ is the one who borrows money or uses the credit. | Debtor |
| This determines the cost of your credit on a yearly basis. | APR |
| The maximum amount you can spend or charge on your credit account. | Credit Limit |