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Bob is working for a bank. He earns $8.00 an hour, works 40 hours a week, and gets paid every 2 weeks. Every pay period he pays $63.08 into federal withholdings tax, $33.21 into state withholdings tax, and $42.05 into FICA (Social Security Tax). What is Bob’s net pay on his paycheck?
$501.66
$363.32
$576.92
$640.00
In relation to other options, how liquid is a savings account?
More liquid than cash
Less liquid than mutual funds
More liquid than a certificate of deposit
More liquid than a checking account
Bob is working for a bank. He earns $8.00 an hour, works 40 hours a week, and gets paid every 2 weeks. Every pay period he pays $63.08 into federal withholdings tax, $33.21 into state withholdings tax, and $42.05 into FICA (Social Security Tax). What is Bob’s net pay on his paycheck?
$501.66
$363.32
$576.92
$640.00
In relation to other options, how liquid is a savings account?
More liquid than cash
Less liquid than mutual funds
More liquid than a certificate of deposit
More liquid than a checking account
A market structure in which only one producer supplies a good that is in demand, thereby permitting them to set the price by how much they supply, is called
competition.
monopoly.
oligopoly.
conglomerate.
A breakthrough in nanotechnology allows silicon chips for computers to be produced much more quickly and cheaply. If demand for computers remains unchanged, what will be the effect upon market price and supply?
Both price and supply will rise.
Both price and supply will fall.
The supply will rise while the price falls.
The supply will fall while the price rises.
The price at which total supply equals total demand is known as
the middle price.
the consumer price.
consumer demand.
the equilibrium price.
An industry that is dominated by a few large firms is
monopolistic
monopolistically competitive
oligopolistic
perfectly competitive
Even though Bonnie can buy her favorite apple pie at the grocery store for a third of the price, she insists at buying it at a country store. She insists the pies are better and willingly pays the extra money. Thus, the country store sells apple pies for more than the average price. This is largely due to?
the market equilibrium price for apple pies
change in quantity demanded
price controls
economic impact of consumer taste
In this supply & demand schedule, what would happen if the price of the socks was set at $2.50 a pair?
All socks would sell because it would be the equilibrium price.
a shortage.
a surplus.
No socks would be produced because it would be the equilibrium price.
What would happen if producers raised the price to $3.50 a pair?
The socks would be priced at the equilibrium price.
No one would buy socks because they are priced too high.
a surplus.
a shortage.
In a perfect market economy, for what price will the socks be sold?
$1.50
$2.00
$3.00
$4.50
This graph indicates an increase in __________.
Supply
Demand
Equilibrium is the point where supply meets (a) .
According to the Law of Demand, if the price goes up, the demand will _______.
Increase
Decrease
Stay the same
An increase in the price of a complement can lead to a __________ in the demand of the item.
Increase
Decrease
Payments for products follow which 2 lines? (select 2)
Line 1
Line 7
Line 10
Line 4
If household income increases, demand will __________.
Increase
Decrease
Households provide labor in the ________ market and buy goods in the ___________ market.
Factor; Product
Product; Factor
The participants in the product and factor markets are businesses and (a) .
According to the law of supply, if the price increases, the supply will ___________.
Increase
Decrease
Which of the following are the names of the types of economic systems? (Check all that apply)
Traditional
Universal
Command
Market
Which economic system is based on customs and beliefs, people will do the same work as their parents, and the exchange of goods is through bartering (no money)?
Traditional
Command
Market
Mixed
Which economic system does the government make all economic decisions and owns most of the property - it is sometimes called communism?
Traditional
Command
Market
Mixed
Which economic system are all resources privately owned and the buyers and sellers answer the three economic questions?
Traditional
Command
Market
Mixed
Which economic system is both market and command combined and most democratic countries fall into this category?
Traditional
Command
Market
Mixed
A market structure in which only one producer supplies a good that is in demand, thereby permitting them to set the price by how much they supply, is called
competition.
monopoly.
oligopoly.
conglomerate.
A breakthrough in nanotechnology allows silicon chips for computers to be produced much more quickly and cheaply. If demand for computers remains unchanged, what will be the effect upon market price and supply?
Both price and supply will rise.
Both price and supply will fall.
The supply will rise while the price falls.
The supply will fall while the price rises.
The price at which total supply equals total demand is known as
the middle price.
the consumer price.
consumer demand.
the equilibrium price.
An industry that is dominated by a few large firms is
monopolistic
monopolistically competitive
oligopolistic
perfectly competitive
Even though Bonnie can buy her favorite apple pie at the grocery store for a third of the price, she insists at buying it at a country store. She insists the pies are better and willingly pays the extra money. Thus, the country store sells apple pies for more than the average price. This is largely due to?
the market equilibrium price for apple pies
change in quantity demanded
price controls
economic impact of consumer taste
In this supply & demand schedule, what would happen if the price of the socks was set at $2.50 a pair?
All socks would sell because it would be the equilibrium price.
a shortage.
a surplus.
No socks would be produced because it would be the equilibrium price.
What would happen if producers raised the price to $3.50 a pair?
The socks would be priced at the equilibrium price.
No one would buy socks because they are priced too high.
a surplus.
a shortage.
In a perfect market economy, for what price will the socks be sold?
$1.50
$2.00
$3.00
$4.50
This graph indicates an increase in __________.
Supply
Demand
Equilibrium is the point where supply meets (a) .
According to the Law of Demand, if the price goes up, the demand will _______.
Increase
Decrease
Stay the same
An increase in the price of a complement can lead to a __________ in the demand of the item.
Increase
Decrease
Payments for products follow which 2 lines? (select 2)
Line 1
Line 7
Line 10
Line 4
If household income increases, demand will __________.
Increase
Decrease
Households provide labor in the ________ market and buy goods in the ___________ market.
Factor; Product
Product; Factor
The participants in the product and factor markets are businesses and (a) .
According to the law of supply, if the price increases, the supply will ___________.
Increase
Decrease
Which of the following are the names of the types of economic systems? (Check all that apply)
Traditional
Universal
Command
Market
Which economic system is based on customs and beliefs, people will do the same work as their parents, and the exchange of goods is through bartering (no money)?
Traditional
Command
Market
Mixed
Which economic system does the government make all economic decisions and owns most of the property - it is sometimes called communism?
Traditional
Command
Market
Mixed
Which economic system are all resources privately owned and the buyers and sellers answer the three economic questions?
Traditional
Command
Market
Mixed
Which economic system is both market and command combined and most democratic countries fall into this category?
Traditional
Command
Market
Mixed
GDP = C+I+G+(X-M)
GDP = C+I+G+(X-M)
GDP = C+I+G+(X-M)
Expectant parents buy supplies for the nursery. Would this be included in GDP?
Yes - Consumer Spending
Yes - Investment
No - Intermediate goods
No - Non-market activity
The trade in exotic animals being illegally sold as pets is a multi-billion-dollar-a-year industry. Is this included in GDP?
Yes - Consumer spending
Yes - Government Spending
No - Underground Economy
No - Non-market activity
All of the following are excluded from GDP except
non-market goods and services
used goods
environmental quality
final goods and services
Is this counted in the GDP of the US?
Cars made by a Japanese company in California.
Yes
No
Is this counted in the GDP of the US?
Cars made by a US company in South Korea.
Yes
No
Is this counted in the GDP of the US?
The materials (lumber, cement, bricks) used to build a house.
Yes
No
Is this counted in the GDP of the US?
A new home that was recently built.
Yes
No
Is this counted in the GDP of the US?
A farmer's purchase of a new tractor.
Yes
No
Is this counted in the GDP of the US?
A plumber's purchase of a two-year-old truck from Craigslist.
Yes
No
Is this counted in the GDP of the US?
The services of a mechanic in fixing the radiator on his own car.
Yes
No
Is this counted in the GDP of the US?
Willy's Mexican Grill purchases new fryers for their chips.
Yes
No
Is this counted in the GDP of the US?
The federal government purchases a new submarine for the US Navy.
Yes
No
Is this counted in the GDP of the US?
Your parents ask you to babysit your two younger siblings for the night.
Yes
No
In which part of the GDP calculation does this fit?
You spend $15 at AMC to see the latest Avengers movie.
Consumer spending
Government spending
Investment spending
Net exports
In which part of the GDP calculation does this fit?
The US military spends $5 billion on five new helicopters.
Consumer spending
Government spending
Investment spending
Net exports
In which part of the GDP calculation does this fit?
The local taxi service purchases new vehicles for the
company.
Consumer spending
Government spending
Investment spending
Net exports
In which part of the GDP calculation does this fit?
Australia exported $6 billion worth of goods in 2018, but imported $10 billion in goods.
Consumer spending
Government spending
Investment spending
Net exports
In which part of the GDP calculation does this fit?
You purchase the new iPhone 11.
Consumer spending
Government spending
Investment spending
Net exports
What is a reason to have a savings account at a bank?
To ensure that your money is invested
To keep the economy strong
To improve your chances of a better interest rate
To keep your savings protected and insured
What account is best to gain interest on a large sum of money you do not need access to anytime soon?
Savings
Checking
Certificate of Deposit
Money Management Account
Which account should be used to make regular online payments for bills and expenses?
Savings
Checking
Certificate of Deposit
Money Management Account
What mistake did this account user make?
Too many transactions
Overdrafted account
Wrong account for these actions
Too much money deposited this month
What is one negative of putting your savings into a Certificate of Deposit?
Too much of it is invested
Money does not gain interest
Money can only be used for college tuition
Money cannot be withdrawn without large penalty
What is an issue when using an ATM outside of your bank's network to get cash?
Too hard to find
Too easy to get your account information stolen
Not enough cash can be withdrawn
Fees will be charged per withdrawal
What can be done to avoid overdraft fees when using a bank account?
Online banking apps and alerts
Allowing it to happen, as it cannot be prevented
Setting up a trust with your bank
Opening an MMA, as these do not have overdraft charges attached
How can setting short, medium, and long term financial goals help you save?
Keeps your bills lower
Increases the likelihood of you spending more
Decreases the chances of you being unemployed
Helps focus financial behaviors towards wants and needs
Which of the following is a widely popular savings strategy?
Pay it forward
50/50
Save it first
50/30/20
How does the "pay yourself" savings plan operate?
20% of income is set aside for savings and debt monthly
50% of income is immediately put into an MMA
30% of income is set aside for a Certificate of Deposit
Savings are instantly taken out of paychecks to prevent spending
How can you fulfill a savings plan without interference?
Set up account alerts on fraudulent activity
Create automatic transfers for every deposit
Decline overdraft coverage policies
Dispute any and all pre-planned savings accounts from your bank or credit union
What optional policy is often available to avoid a certain fee on banking activity?
Overdraft protection
Money Management Accounting
Financial advisorship
Fraud alerts
What type of savings account is highly recommended to protect against unexpected expenses?
Money Management Account
401k
Emergency Fund
Certificate of Deposit
What is the main struggle for families living "paycheck to paycheck?"
Unable to build savings
Inability to invest in businesses
Lack of entrepreneurial opportunities
Loss of chances to open bank accounts
What feature of banks in the modern world allows instant access to accounts at anytime?
Online banking apps
Instant transfers with fees
P2P apps
Cashless living
What feature of banking is no longer regularly used in financial world today?
Savings accounts
401k plans
Checks
Cash
What is the main use of P2P apps?
Can be used to send $ to friends
Can be used to send $ for tax payments
Can be used to make monthly bill payments
Can be used for mortgage payments
What is an upside of using a digital wallet compared to physical cash or cards?
Easier to spend money
Quicker access to payment options
Accepted at more merchants worldwide in recent times
Better protected against use after theft
What is one downside of using a digital wallet?
Lack of access to cash
Decreased ability to pay using credit options
Increased chances of fraud or theft
Some businesses are not setup to accept digital wallet payments
What is one possible problem in using P2P apps?
Less protected against mis-payments or fraud
Lack of legitimacy in online shopping
High fees on purchases
Decreased ability to share bills with peers when out
