How to Write a Check

What information is typically included on a check?

• Name, Payee, Amount, Memo Line, Signature, Bank Account and Routing Numbers

• Date, Time, Amount, Memo Line, Signature, Bank Account and Routing Numbers

• Date, Payee, Amount, Memo Line, Signature, Bank Account and Routing Numbers

• Date, Payee, Amount, Memo Line, Signature, Bank Account and Sort Code

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What is the first step in writing a check?

• Write the date

• Sign the check

• Write the payee's name

• Fill in the amount

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Which part of the check indicates who will receive the money?

• Date line

• Payee line

• Memo line

• Signature line

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What should you write in the 'Memo' line of a check?

• The date

• The reason for the payment

• The payee's name

• Your signature

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Where do you sign a check?

• On the back

• On the memo line

• On the signature line

• On the payee line

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What is the purpose of the routing number on a check?

• To identify the bank

• To identify the payee

• To identify the check number

• To identify the account holder

Which number on a check is unique to each check?

• Routing number

• Account number

• Check number

• Payee number

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What should you do if you make a mistake on a check?

• Erase it

• Cross it out and initial

• Use white-out

• Write a new check

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What is the correct way to write the amount of money on a check?

• In words only

• In numbers only

• In both words and numbers

• In symbols

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Why is it important to write the amount in words on a check?

• To make it look formal

• To prevent fraud

• To fill space

• To confuse the reader

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