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Basic financial principles

Total questions: 28

Worksheet time: 14mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

A budget helps you track your income and expenses.

a)

True

b)

False

2.

Credit cards always help you save money.

a)

True

b)

False

3.

It’s important to start saving for retirement as soon as you start earning money.

a)

True

b)

False

4.

A high credit score means you are good at managing debt.

a)

True

b)

False

5.

Borrowing money from payday lenders is a good way to manage short-term expenses.

a)

True

b)

False

6.

Interest is money you pay for borrowing money or earn for saving money.

a)

True

b)

False

7.

All debts are bad for your financial health.

a)

True

b)

False

8.

It’s better to save money in a piggy bank than in a bank account.

a)

True

b)

False

9.

Paying the minimum payment on a credit card will help you pay off your debt quickly.

a)

True

b)

False

10.

A cheque account is primarily used for daily expenses and transactions.

a)

True

b)

False

11.

Investing in stocks is risk-free.

a)

True

b)

False

12.

Having health insurance is an unnecessary expense if you are healthy.

a)

True

b)

False

13.

It’s okay to spend more than you earn as long as you have a credit card.

a)

True

b)

False

14.

You should compare prices before making a large purchase.

a)

True

b)

False

15.

Student loans do not need to be repaid if you drop out of school.

a)

True

b)

False

16.

Diversifying your investments can reduce risk.

a)

True

b)

False

17.

Only rich people need to worry about saving and investing.

a)

True

b)

False

18.

Taxes must be paid on income you earn from a job.

a)

True

b)

False

19.

A debit card is the same as a credit card.

a)

True

b)

False

20.

It’s a good idea to review your bank statements regularly.

a)

True

b)

False

21.

You should start planning for big expenses, like college or a car,

a)

True

b)

False

22.

Carrying a balance on your credit card improves your credit score.

a)

True

b)

False

23.

An overdraft fee is charged when you spend more money than you have in your account.

a)

True

b)

False

24.

It’s wise to spend your entire paycheck each month.

a)

True

b)

False

25.

You should try to live within your means.

a)

True

b)

False

26.

A savings account usually earns more interest than a cheque account.

a)

True

b)

False

27.

It’s important to have financial goals.

a)

True

b)

False

28.

Borrowing money from family or friends doesn’t need to be repaid.

a)

True

b)

False