Chapter 13- Being a responsible consumer

What can happen to existing electronic devices when technology changes rapidly?

• they break down

• they cost more

• they become obsolete

What is the best way to dispose of financial documents?

• file them in a locked desk

• store them in a safe deposit box

• shred them

• throw them away in the garbage can

What is the goal of identity thieves?

• to steal your belongings

• to steal your personal information

How can you stop telemarketers from calling your house?

• register with the National Do Not Call Registry

• buy something only one time

Which physical injury can result from a lot of video game playing or texting?

• decreased hand-eye coordination

• repetitive stress injury

Which is the most secure choice for a password?

• pet's name

• a mixed series of numbers and letters

What is the single most important factor that affects what you buy?

• income

• advertising

Which of these can help prevent an impulse purchase?

• a shopping list

• credit cards

Which of these will help prevent you from paying more for an item than necessary?

• checking the warranty

• comparison shopping

What type of store usually charges shoppers just to shop there?

• specialty stores

• warehouse clubs