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When may a person view their credit report for free?

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Once per year, from each of the credit reporting agencies

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Lauren no longer wants her Belk credit card. What is the best thing she can do with the credit card?

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Close the account by phone and in writing, then destroy the card.

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When Ben attempted to borrow money at the bank, he learned that his credit score is low. Which statement best describes what this likely means for Ben?

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The interest rate on the loan will be higher, since his credit score is low.

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What would you recommend Jaiden do to build his credit history? Options: Acquire several credit cards, Obtain a secured credit card, Reapply for the credit but include a letter of recommendation, Apply for a different credit card.

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Obtain a secured credit card.

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Zade's credit application has been declined because of his negative credit history. Which statement is most likely true? He pays his bills consistently and on time. He has applied for 4 credit cards and a car loan in the past 6 weeks. He has received 3 traffic tickets in the past 3 months. He holds 2 store credit cards, a bank credit card, a car loan, and a mortgage.

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He has applied for 4 credit cards and a car loan in the past 6 weeks.

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Which of the following is not included in an individual's credit report? Current and past addresses, Account balances, Medical information, Bankruptcies, foreclosures, evictions, liens, repossessions

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Medical information

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Emma wants to develop a positive credit history. How can she do this? Maintain reasonable amounts of credit, Have one type of credit account, Pay cash for the majority of purchases, Open credit accounts in her parents' names

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Maintain reasonable amounts of credit

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Mrs. Ogle was trying to get a loan for a new car. When the bank looked at her credit report, they saw her score was a 780. Based on this number, what will the bank determine?

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That Mrs. Ogle has excellent credit and they will loan her money for the car at a low interest rate.

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BB&T is a bank that makes funds available for others to borrow. BB&T is considered the

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Lender

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Mr. Taft signed on a loan for his son, Ethan. If Ethan does not make the payments on the loan, Mr. Taft will have to repay the loan. Mr. Taft is the

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Co-signer