Buying a Car

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What does MSRP stand for?

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Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price, the price that car builders say the car should be sold at.

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If a car costs $22,000 and the down payment is 10%, how much is the down payment?

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$2,200

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What is the total amount to be financed if the car costs $22,000 and the down payment is $2,200?

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$19,800

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How do you calculate the total amount to be repaid for a car with monthly payments of $361.97 for 5 years?

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Total amount to be repaid = Monthly payment x Number of months = $361.97 x 60 = $21,718.20

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If a car costs $25,000 and the down payment is $3,750, what is the total amount to be financed?

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$21,250

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What is the formula to calculate the down payment amount?

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Down Payment = Car Price x Down Payment Percentage.

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What is the significance of the total cost of ownership (TCO) when buying a car?

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TCO includes all costs associated with owning a car, such as depreciation, insurance, maintenance, and fuel.

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What does MPG stand for in relation to cars?

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Miles Per Gallon, a measure of how far a car can travel on one gallon of fuel.

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How do you convert years into months when calculating car payments?

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Multiply the number of years by 12 (e.g., 5 years x 12 = 60 months).

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What is the impact of a larger down payment on the total amount financed?

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A larger down payment reduces the total amount financed, leading to lower monthly payments and less interest paid over time.

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