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WorksheetsIntro. to Depository Institutions Assessment
Total questions: 35
Worksheet time: 2hrs 45mins
Anyone can open an account at this depository institution.
credit union
commercial bank
both
This type of depository institution offers other financial services.
credit union
commercial bank
both
The customers at this type of depository institution are the owners of the institution.
commercial bank
credit union
both
This type of depository institution is in business to make money.
credit union
commercial bank
both
You must meet certain membership requirements in order to become a member of this type of depository institution.
credit union
commercial bank
both
You can rent a safe deposit box at this type of financial institution.
credit union
commercial bank
both
Your money is insured by the FDIC at this type of financial institution.
credit union
commercial bank
both
Each depositor is insured against loss up to a maximum of $250,000 by the NCUA at this depository institution.
credit union
commercial bank
both
The FDIC is a federal government agency that insures depository institutions.
true
false
A depository institution is a safer place to store your money--safer than your mattress.
true
false
The price paid for using someone else's money is known as
expenses
interest
revenue
When borrowing money from a financial institution, you want to have a _____ interest rate.
high
low
When depositing money in a financial institution, you want to have a _____ interest rate.
high
low
A business that provides financial services is commonly called a
depository institution
creditor
debtor
Which of the following is NOT a benefit a depository institution can provide.
Helps you manage your money.
Keeps your money safe.
Charges you a higher interest rate on loans.
Do you want a financial institution that charges fees to manage your money?
yes
no
This type of depository institution is considered a non-profit organization and is exempt from federal income tax.
credit union
commercial bank
both
A debit card can be described as an electronic check that requires a PIN.
true
false
ATM stands for automated time machine.
true
false
An ATM is a machine that allows individuals to complete certain transactions from the machine without human assistance.
true
false
You can apply for a loan at an ATM.
true
false
You can withdraw money from your account by using an ATM.
true
false
All depository institutions offer ATM's in many different locations.
true
false
You must have a PIN in order to use an ATM.
true
false
All merchants accept contactless payments like Google Pay or Apple Pay.
true
false
You can use an electronic device like a cell phone or a smart watch to make contactless payments if a merchant accepts that form of payment.
true
false
To access your financial institution account using online banking, you must have a user name and password.
true
false
Mobile banking is a form of online banking where you use an app to access your bank from a device like a cell phone or tablet.
true
false
All depository institutions charge fees for certain services.
true
false
A fee charged if you withdraw more money from your account than is available is known as a/an
overdraft
withdrawal
fee
All financial institutions charge a minimum balance fee.
true
false
You can earn interest, or you can be charged interest.
true
false
This type of account allows you quick access to funds or transactions.
checking account
savings account
This type of account is popular among consumers because they reduce the need to carry large amounts of cash.
checking account
savings account
Some checking accounts at credit unions are also known as _______.
share draft accounts
deposit accounts
