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Unit 3 test-- econ

Total questions: 30

Worksheet time: 15mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is an amortization schedule?

a)

A document that outlines the terms and conditions of a loan.

b)

A schedule that shows the interest rate for each payment on a loan.

c)

A table that shows the breakdown of each periodic payment on a loan.

d)

A table that displays the remaining balance on a loan after each payment.

2.

Aria is planning to apply for a loan. How does her credit score affect her loan?

a)

Her credit score only affects the approval of her loan.

b)

Her credit score determines the amount of loan she can get.

c)

Her credit score has no impact on her loan.

d)

Her credit score affects the interest rate of her loan.

3.

Define amortization in the context of loans.

a)

paying off a loan over time through regular payments that include only principal.

b)

paying off a loan over time through irregular payments that include both principal and interest.

c)

paying off a loan over time through regular payments that include only interest.

d)

paying off a loan over time through regular payments that include both principal and interest.

4.

Explain the purpose of an amortization schedule.

a)

An amortization schedule is used to calculate the total cost of a loan.

b)

help borrowers understand their loan balance and interest payments.

c)

An amortization schedule is a tool used by lenders to track borrower payments.

d)

An amortization schedule is a document that outlines the terms and conditions of a loan.

5.

What are the common types of credit commonly used by individuals. (multiple options)

a)

Credit cards

b)

Auto loans

c)

Student loans

d)

Debit cards

6.

Samuel is planning to apply for a loan. He has a high credit score. How would this impact his loan interest rates?

a)

He would have to pay higher loan interest rates

b)

His credit score would have no impact on his loan interest rates

c)

He would get the benefit of lower loan interest rates

d)

His high credit score would not affect his loan interest rates

7.

James is considering taking a loan for his new car. How does a longer loan term affect the total interest paid by James?

a)

Increases

b)

Decreases

c)

Has no effect

d)

Stays the same

8.

What is the difference between revolving credit and installment credit?

a)

Revolving credit is repaid in fixed installments, while installment credit allows for repeated use up to a limit.

b)

Revolving credit and installment credit have the same repayment terms.

c)

Revolving credit allows for repeated use up to a limit, while installment credit is repaid in fixed installments.

d)

Revolving credit is only available for personal use, while installment credit is for business use only.

9.

How does secured credit differ from unsecured credit?

a)

Secured credit is only available to individuals with a steady income.

b)

Secured credit has a higher interest rate than unsecured credit.

c)

Secured credit is backed by collateral, while unsecured credit is not.

d)

Secured credit requires a higher credit score than unsecured credit.

10.

What is the difference between a credit card and a debit card?

a)

A credit card allows you to borrow money from the card issuer up to a certain limit, while a debit card allows you to spend money directly from your bank account.

b)

A credit card and a debit card are the same thing.

c)

A credit card is used for online purchases, while a debit card is used for in-person purchases.

d)

A credit card allows you to spend money directly from your bank account, while a debit card allows you to borrow money from the card issuer up to a certain limit.

11.

What is the purpose of a credit score?

a)

To determine the amount of debt a person has.

b)

To evaluate a person's income level.

c)

To assess creditworthiness and determine likelihood of repaying debts.

d)

To determine a person's spending habits.

12.

What is an outstanding balance?

a)
The amount of money owed on a credit card or loan account that has been partially paid.
b)
The amount of money owed on a credit card or loan account that has not been paid in full.
c)
The amount of money owed on a credit card or loan account that has been paid in full.
d)
The amount of money paid on a credit card or loan account that has been fully paid off.
13.

What best describes an installment loan

a)
A loan that is repaid all at once
b)
A loan that has no fixed repayment schedule
c)
A loan that is repaid with variable interest rates
d)
A loan that is repaid over a set period of time with a fixed number of scheduled payments.
14.

What best describes revolving credit?

a)
A type of credit that does not have a limit on how much you can borrow.
b)
A type of credit that requires you to pay off the entire balance each month.
c)
A type of credit that is only available to individuals with excellent credit.
d)
A type of credit that allows you to borrow money up to a certain limit and repay it over time.
15.

The following are the components of a loan EXCEPT

a)
credit score
b)
loan term
c)
principal amount
d)
interest rate
16.

What is the most common form of revolving credit?

a)
personal loan
b)
mortgage
c)
student loan
d)
credit card
17.

Michael has a credit card and a student loan. Which best represents the difference in these credit types

a)
A credit card has a fixed loan amount, while a student loan has a revolving line of credit.
b)
A credit card is a type of loan, while a student loan is a type of credit.
c)
A credit card is used for educational expenses, while a student loan is used for general purchases.
d)
The main difference is that a credit card is a revolving line of credit, while a student loan is a fixed loan amount.
18.

Which best describes the difference between fixed and variable rates

a)
Fixed rates are only used for short-term loans, while variable rates are used for long-term loans.
b)
Fixed rates and variable rates are the same thing.
c)
Fixed rates can change over time, while variable rates remain the same over a specific period.
d)
Fixed rates remain the same over a specific period, while variable rates can change over time.
19.

Billy has just taken out a secured loan. Why is it important that Billy pay this loan on time?

a)
To improve his credit score
b)
To avoid late payment fees
c)
To maintain a good relationship with the lender
d)
To avoid losing the collateral
20.

Timmy has a car loan. This month he paid $400 and noticed that his balance only went down $100.

What best explains why this happened?

a)

He is early on in his amortization schedule so the majority of his payment went to interest

b)

He is late on his payment so they put it to interest

c)

He is late in his amortization schedule so the majority of the payment went to principal

d)

His loan is not amortized so he is paying a lot of principal

21.

In an Amortized loan, which is TRUE about the amount of interest paid early on in the loan?

a)

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b)

Higher than principal

c)

The same as principal

d)

Lower then the principal

22.
  1. Which of the following statements comparing credit and debit cards is TRUE?

a)
  1. Far more businesses accept credit cards than debit cards

b)
  1. Credit cards pull money directly from your bank account, while debit cards get their money from Visa or Mastercard

c)
  1. Credit card companies provide you with a monthly statement, while debit cards do not

d)
  1. With debit cards, you're spending your own money at point of sale, but with credit cards, you're getting a loan that you need to pay back later

23.
  1. Which of the following is most likely to represent a fixed rate, secured debt?

a)

Auto Loan

b)
Credit card
c)
Student loan
d)
Personal loan
24.


Which of these statements best explains why it's often a good idea to pay more than the monthly amount due on an amortized loan?

a)
  1. Every time you pay extra, the lender will reduce the interest rate they're charging by a small amount

b)
  1. The extra payment will be applied to the principal amount you owe, which will pay down your debt more quickly

c)
  1. The extra payment will be applied to the interest you owe, which will reduce the overall cost of your loan


d)
  1. Amortized loans typically have much higher interest rates than credit cards, so they're the best place to put your extra cash

25.
  1. When loans are amortized, monthly payments are _______ , while the amount of your monthly payment applied to interest ________  and the amount of your monthly payment applied to the principal _______  over time.

a)
  1. Constant, Increases, Increases

b)
  1. Constant, Decreases, Increases

c)
  1. Variable, Decreases, Increases

d)
  1. Variable, Decreases, Decreases

26.
  1. Taylor is about to go car shopping, and she has $5000 saved that she can use for a down payment.

  2. She expects the exact model car she’s looking for to cost $35,000. If her top priority is having the lowest monthly payments possible, which advice should she follow?

a)
  1. Put in $0 for your down payment, and choose a loan with a short term length

b)
  1. Put in $2500 for your down payment, and choose a loan with a short term length

c)
  1. Put in $3500 for your down payment, and choose a loan with a long term length

d)
  1. Put in $5000 for your down payment, and choose a loan with a long term length

27.
  1. A loan with a shorter term length will have __________ monthly payments, and you will pay __________ in total interest.

a)
  1. higher, less

b)
  1. higher, more

c)
  1. lower, less

d)
  1. lower, more

28.


Select the statement below that accurately describes a characteristic of a credit card.

a)
  1. You owe the same payment every month

b)
  1. You must have money deposited into a checking account to use the credit card for purchases

c)
  1. Making full payments on-time every month is the only way to avoid interest charges

d)
  1. They do not charge interest

29.
  1. Which of the following statements is CORRECT about secured loans?

a)
  1. They are a good choice to use for student loans

b)
  1. If the borrower does not make payments, the lender can repossess the item

c)
  1. In the event of default, the borrower loses nothing except for the down payment

d)
  1. They usually have higher interest rates as compared with unsecured loans

30.
  1. Which of these credit payback strategies would lead to the HIGHEST overall cost?

a)
  1. Paying off your credit card bill in full every month

b)
  1. Paying 20% of your credit card balance every month on time

c)
  1. Making the minimum payment (3% of your credit card balance) every month on time

d)
  1. Making the minimum payment (3% of your credit card balance) every month with an occasional late payment