19 - 2 Stock Investment Quiz

What is one of the goals when learning about stock investments?

• To memorize stock prices

• To compare the major types of stock

• To learn about historical stock trends

• To understand global economic policies

Which activity is involved with stock investments?

• Designing new stocks

• Describing the activities involved with buying or selling

• Predicting future stock prices

• Analyzing weather patterns

What is a factor that affects the value of a stock?

• The color of the stock certificate

• The company's logo design

• Market demand and supply

• The CEO's favorite food

What is a dividend in the context of stock investments?

• A type of stock

• A part of the profits paid to shareholders

• A fee paid to brokers

• A tax on stock transactions

Which type of stock has priority over common stock in the payment of dividends?

• Growth Stock

• Income Stock

• Preferred Stock

• Blue Chip Stock

What is a characteristic of common stock?

• Has a set dividend rate

• No voting rights

• No stated dividend rate

• Higher priority in dividends than preferred stock

What is a feature of growth stocks?

• Pay regular dividends

• Reinvest earnings back into the company

• Have a set dividend rate

• Are well-established companies

What is an example of a blue chip stock?

• A new startup company

• A company that pays no dividends

• A well-established company like General Electric

• A company with high risk

What is the role of a stockbroker?

• To provide legal advice

• To buy and sell stocks and bonds

• To manage real estate properties

• To offer insurance policies

Which type of broker provides information about securities and works for brokerage houses?

• Discount Broker

• Online Broker

• Full-Service Broker

• Real Estate Broker