WorksheetsFinancial Literacy
Total questions: 188
Worksheet time: 3hrs 9mins
What do we call a fee that is collected for using someone's money?
Deposit
Interest
Loan
Check
The formula is I = prt
Which of the following is an advantage of using a credit card?
Interest is charged for the use of a credit card.
Consumers can purchase things now, and pay for them later in the event of an emergency.
You could be a victim of identity theft.
Which of the following will make it less likely for you to be approved for a car loan?
having a steady job
late credit card payments
a high credit score
having a low debt-to-income ratio
The check register shows the transactions in Ms. Garcia’s new checking account. She opened the account on October 3.
Based on the information in the check register, what is the balance in Ms. Garcia’s check register after the ATM transaction on October 11?
$5,105
$2,095
$3,600
$1,505
Before Nina bought groceries on April 22, she had a balance of $487.25 in her checking account. Nina wrote her transactions in her check register. She included all her transactions through the end of the day on April 23.
$429.75
$547.75
$574.75
$399.75
Which statement best describes purchases made with a debit card?
Purchases made with this card are subject to interest.
Purchases made with this card can be paid over time.
Purchases made with this card are withdrawn directly from a bank account.
Purchases made with this card are subject to a credit limit.
Which of the following is a reason to establish a good credit score?
It helps you get a loan.
It helps you get a better interest rates on loans.
It helps the borrower determine if a loan will be approved.
All of the above.
The table shows the average annual salary for four jobs.
Based on this information, how much more will an elevator technician make than a librarian over 10 years?
$174,930
$126,307
$17,493
$1,263,070
The table shows the average annual salary in dollars based on the minimum level of education required for two occupations.
Based on the average annual salaries in the table, how much more would an accountant earn than a tax preparer over a 30-year career?
$112,740
$3,382,200
$880,200
$1,251,000
The table shows the average annual salary in dollars based on the minimum level of education required for two occupations.
Based on the average annual salaries in the table, how much more would an accountant earn than a tax preparer over a 30-year career?
$112,740
$3,382,200
$880,200
$1,251,000
What mathematical operation is used in a check register when a withdrawal is made?
addition
subtraction
multiplication
division
What is saving?
Accumulation of excess funds by intentionally spending less than you make
Cash set aside to cover the cost of unexpected events
A monetary asset that contributes to your net worth
Money available today that is worth more if received in the future
What is emergency savings?
Transferring money into your savings before you pay your bills
Original amount of money saved or invested
Cash set aside to cover the cost of unexpected events
Maximizing your return by selling stocks at a higher price than what you paid for
When is an item considered an asset?
While you are making monthly payments on time
Converting an asset into cash
When cash is used for emergencies
When it is fully paid off and can be sold for cash
How much money should you save for emergencies?
2 months worth of expenses
6 months worth of expenses
Cash in whatever stocks you have to pay for an emergency
As a neighbor for a loan if needed
How does time effect money?
The more money you save the more you will make
Saving for a short period of time proves long term investments
The longer you save your money the more you will make
What is investing?
Possibility that an investment will fail to pay the expected return
Money invested is usually used to pay for long-term goals
Assets purchased with the goal of providing additional income from the asset itself but with the risk of loss
The danger that money won’t be worth as much in the future as it is today.
Stocks are:
A share of ownership in a company
Organization pays interest to the lender
Form of lending to a company or the government
A specified time in the future when the principal amount of the bond is repaid to the bondholder
What is a bond?
A share of profits distributed in cash to stockholders
A share of ownership in a company
When an organization pays interest to the lender (purchaser) until the maturity date is reached
A Form of lending to a company or the government
Investments are important to building:
For emergencies
For your future net worth
A trade-off to higher returns is lower liquidity and higher risk
Tax-advantaged investments
Money invested is usually used to pay to:
Achieve long-term goals
For emergencies
To purchase expensive items
To pay off loans
Which is not part of a checking account?
ATM card
Checks
Stocks
Online bill pay
What is a check?
An automated teller machine
A plastic card that requires a pin number and is attached to your bank account
A form of savings
Pre-printed form of payment that is attached to you bank account
Which is not a positive aspect of using a debit card:
Opens your account to credit fraud
Its small and convenient to use
Allows you to carry less cash
Allots for overspending
When does overdraft occur?
When liquidity occurs
When stocks are sold at a high price then it was bought for
When your withdrawal from a bank account exceeds the available balance
When you purchase an item on credit
What does electronic banking do?
Acts as a debit card when you purchase an item
Gives you ownership of a company
Does not allow you to pay bills from your bank account
Gives people access to bank accounts and cash in a fast and paperless way
What is the highest credit score you can achieve?
800
1000
850
550
Which is NOT a credit agency that calculates your credit score?
Experian
Federal Reserve
Trans Union
Equifax
What is credit?
Receiving goods and services now and paying for them later
The process of depositing money into your savings the day you receive it so you have savings later
Having ownership of a company based on how many stocks you have bought
Accumulating money each month for emergencies
When is interest paid?
When the company you have bought stock in has earned you a profit
When you borrow money from a lender and they charge you for the convenience of giving you a line of credit
When you put money into your savings
When you over withdrawal in your bank account and you are charged a fee
If managed properly, having credit can:
Decrease your credit score and allow you to purchase more on credit if you pay it back
Give you an edge over people who are applying for the same job as you
Allow you to receive discounts on hotels and travel
Increase your credit score and allow you to purchase items on credit
Which type of card is directly linked to your bank account?
Credit card
Debit card
Which type of card is borrowing money that you have to pay back later?
Credit card
Debit card
Which type of card pulls money that you already have directly out of your bank account?
Credit card
Debit card
Which type of card will charge fees if there is an unpaid balance at the end of the month?
Credit card
Debit card
Which type of card is normally free if you keep a minimum balance in your bank account?
Credit card
Debit card
Which type of card limits you to the money in your bank account?
Credit card
Debit card
Which type of card allows you to spend more money than you have in your bank account?
Credit card
Debit card
Which type of card will charge late fees if not paid on time?
Credit card
Debit card
Which type of card is normally necessary to rent a car or book a hotel room?
Credit card
Debit card
Which type of card gives you cash back at a grocery store (if you have funds) without charging you a fee?
Credit card
Debit card
A PIN (Personal Identification Number). What type of card is this?
Credit Card
Debit Card
Credit Card & Debit Card
Hefty fees may be charged if you spend more than what is in the account. What type of card is this?
Credit Card
Debit Card
Credit Card & Debit Card
Small, hard, plastic card. What type of card is this?
Credit Card
Debit Card
Credit Card & Debit Card
Interest may be charged, but can be avoided by paying the entire balance each month. What type of card is this?
Credit Card
Debit Card
Credit Card & Debit Card
Each purchase is a loan that is repaid later. What type of card is this?
Credit Card
Debit Card
Credit Card & Debit Card
Card can be used to purchase goods or services. What type of card is this?
Credit Card
Debit Card
Credit Card & Debit Card
Kristy’s gas pump went out as she was driving her car. Since she did not have enough money to cover the cost to replace the pump, she used a card that allowed her to pay later. What type of card is this?
Credit Card
Debit Card
Credit Card & Debit Card
Money is withdrawn directly from a checking or savings account. What type of card is this?
Credit Card
Debit Card
Credit Card & Debit Card
Consumers can purchase items now and pay for them later. What type of card is this?
Credit Card
Debit Card
Credit Card & Debit Card
Which card is a loan from a bank?
Credit
Debit
Which card has a bill you must pay each month?
Credit
Debit
Which card does NOT charge interest?
Credti
Debit
Which card can affect your credit score?
Credit
Debit
Which card does NOT affect your credit score?
Credit
Debit
Which card requires you to repay money borrowed in a stipulated time?
Credit
Debit
Which card does NOT charge interest?
Credit
Debit
Which card is best for daily purchases?
Credit
Debit
Which card is useful for emergencies
Credit
Debit
What is a credit score?
A number that multiplies your age and GPA
A number that shows how well you pay back your loans
A number that adds how much money you have across all bank accounts
What is a credit limit?
The maximum amount you can spend using a credit card
The APR
A number that combines your age and credit score
Your bank will send you a credit card in the mail if you lose the one you have
True
False
What is the difference between a debit card and a credit card?
Debit: use your own money
Credit: use bank's money
Debit: use bank's money
Credit: use your own money
Why should you use a credit card responsibly instead of a debit card when you are able to?
Because the bank is paying anyways
To increase my credit score
Because I might run out of money that is on the account connected to my debit card
Pick a card: You are an 30 year old who spends $1200 a month on purchases and does not travel often. You have a good credit score.
Chase Freedom:
$200 bonus after spending $500, good credit score, $0 annual fee
Delta Airline SkyMiles Card
Earn miles after first $3000 spent, good credit score, $550 annual fee
Chase Freedom
Delta Airline SkyMiles Card
Pick a card: You earn $90,000 a year and spend $3000 a month. You travel at least two times per year.
Wells Fargo Propel:
3x points on travel, $200 bonus after $1000 spent, $0 annual fee
Delta Airline SkyMiles Card
Earn miles after first $3000 spent, good credit score, $550 annual fee
Wells Fargo Propel
Delta Airline SkyMiles Card
Pick a card: You earn $90,000 a year and spend $3000 a month. You travel at least two times per year.
Wells Fargo Propel:
3x points on travel, $200 bonus after $1000 spent, $0 annual fee
Delta Airline SkyMiles Card
Earn miles after first $3000 spent, good credit score, $550 annual fee
Wells Fargo Propel
Delta Airline SkyMiles Card
Pick a card: You earn $90,000 a year and spend $3000 a month. You travel at least two times per year.
Wells Fargo Propel:
3x points on travel, $200 bonus after $1000 spent, $0 annual fee
Delta Airline SkyMiles Card
Earn miles after first $3000 spent, good credit score, $550 annual fee
Wells Fargo Propel
Delta Airline SkyMiles Card
When is it ever ok to max the credit card limit?
When I know I have the cash to pay it off
When I know I am going to get a new job
Never
It's always ok as long as I pay it off before I die
Which type of card is borrowing money that you have to pay back later?
Credit card
Debit card
Which type of card pulls money that you already have directly out of your bank account?
Credit card
Debit card
Which type of card will charge fees if there is an unpaid balance at the end of the month?
Credit card
Debit card
Which type of card is directly linked to your bank account?
Credit card
Debit card
Which type of card is normally free if you keep a minimum balance in your bank account?
Credit card
Debit card
Which card is a loan from a bank?
Credit
Debit
When you use a credit card you are using _____________.
Ms. Hillary's money
the bank's money
your money
When you use a debit card you are using __________.
the bank's money
your parent's money
your money
If you make purchases on a credit card you have to _________.
pay the money back to the bank
write it in your checkbook register
ask your mom to pay the bill
The fee that credit cards charge customers for using their money is called ___________________.
rent
deposit
interest
