How to write a check

Which part of the check is the least important?

• memo line

• signature line

• routing numbers

• check number

What is number 1?

• Payor

• Payee

• Date

• Amount

When signing a check it is recommended that you print your name.

• True

• False

• It doesn't matter

If you write a check without adequate funds what will happen?

• The bank will cover the difference for free

• The bank will send the check back without paying it and charge you a fee

• The bank will add more money to your account to cover the check then let you pay up later

• The bank will cover the amount of your check if you have overdraft protection for free

The first nine digits on the bottom of the check are called the

• check number

• Account number

• Routing number

• date

What is labeled number 5?

• Account number

• Routing number

• Amount in words

• Amount in numbers

Writing a check in pencil is a good idea so you can erase mistakes.

• True so you can erase mistakes.

• false always in ink so no one can change it

• It really doesn't matter

• All of the options

Identify F

• Date

• Check Number

• Numeric Amount

• ABA Number

Identify J

• Memo

• Signature

• Payee

• Written Amount

Why should I record every check I write in the check register?

• Don't worry about it, the bank will send you a statement every month and a copy of the checks you wrote

• What does it matter, if I have checks left that means I still have money.

• Yes because it will help me catch mistakes and possible fraud with my account and I will be able to see where my balance is.

• It doesn't matter because I will just use my ATM card and the check the balance then.