Banking and Financial Literacy Quiz Review

Anthony saved $1,000 from his summer job cleaning pools. Which of these account types would work best for him if he doesn't need access to the money for a number of years AND wants to earn the highest interest rate?

• Regular savings account

• Money Market account

• Checking account

• Certificate of Deposit

All of the following statements about bank accounts are true EXCEPT...

• If the bank is FDIC-insured, your money, up to the FDIC limit, is safe even if the bank fails

• Many banks pay interest on the money you deposit into your savings account

• Historically, savings accounts earn higher returns than investments in the stock market

• Money in a checking account is usually easy to access via ATM, debit card or check

All of the following are true about prepaid cards EXCEPT...

• Prepaid cards typically include a lot of fees

• Prepaid cards are a useful option for someone who is unbanked to make online purchases

• Prepaid cards are a great way to build credit

• Prepaid cards are usually accepted anywhere that debit and credit cards are accepted

Which represents the BEST time to start saving for your retirement?

• As soon as you have your first full-time job

• Right after you pay off your student loans

• Once you are debt-free, including paying off all credit cards, auto loans, and your mortgage

• At age 45, so you have exactly 20 years until retirement

Which of these is a reason someone might choose to open an online savings account rather than a savings account at a traditional bank?

• Online savings accounts are FDIC insured to a higher limit

• Online savings accounts typically pay higher interest rates on deposits

• Online savings accounts are less likely to make you the victim of identity theft

• Online savings accounts are created specifically for people under age 25

Three of these statements best describe a checking account. Which statement best describes a savings account?

• This account offers a convenient way to pay bills and access cash from an ATM

• This account pays you interest on money you have put away for later to help your money grow

• This account is automatically debited when you use a debit card

• This account typically allows an unlimited number of transactions per month

You are at the checkout counter at the local supermarket and use your debit card to pay for your groceries. Where does the money for this purchase come from?

• Your credit card company covers the cost

• It is deducted directly from your checking account

• Your credit card company provides you with a cash advance to cover the cost

• It is deducted directly from your savings account

Alex gets a text alert from the bank that her account balance has dropped below $100 after a series of $20 ATM withdrawals. She has not used her ATM in over a week and wonders what she should do. What would you recommend?

• Wait until her monthly statement arrives so she can check to see if those withdrawals are still there

• Wait a week as it is fairly common for the bank to catch mistakes like this

• Check her wallet to be sure her debit card has not been stolen. If she still has it, then she should not worry.

• Contact her bank immediately as it appears that her account may have been hacked

Which of the following transactions will REDUCE your checking account balance immediately?

• Writing your monthly rent check which you will mail tomorrow

• Using your debit card to pay for groceries at the supermarket

• Using your credit card to pay for your school books

Which of the following statements is an advantage of online banking?

• Once you set up online banking, your bank will waive overdraft, ATM, and monthly fees

• Using online banking allows you to earn a higher interest rate

• Using online banking, you can request transfers, pay bills and automate your savings without visiting the bank branch

• You can only shop online if your bank account has online banking features