Test Review: Unit 6 (Part B)

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What is the formula to calculate the monthly periodic rate from an annual percentage rate (APR)?

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Monthly Periodic Rate = APR / 12

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CCSS.7.RP.A.3

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What is the monthly periodic rate if the APR is 24.6%?

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2.05% (Monthly Periodic Rate = 24.6% / 12)

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CCSS.7.RP.A.3

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Do private student loans have better interest rates than government student loans?

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False

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What is the grace period in relation to student loans?

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The time between graduation and when repayment must begin.

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What is the purpose of a credit report?

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To help lenders determine if you are a qualified candidate for credit.

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How is the finance charge calculated on a credit card?

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Finance Charge = Ending Balance x Monthly Periodic Rate.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.3

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If Maryanne's ending balance is $1,789 and the monthly periodic rate is 1.85%, what is her finance charge?

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$33.10 (Finance Charge = $1,789 x 0.0185)

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CCSS.7.RP.A.3

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What does subsidized mean in the context of student loans?

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Loans where the government pays the interest while the student is in school.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

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What is an unsubsidized student loan?

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Loans where the borrower is responsible for all interest that accrues.

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What is an award letter?

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A document that outlines the financial aid awarded to a student.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.3

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.3

CCSS.RI.9-10.5