WorksheetsFinancial Literacy Review
Total questions: 50
Worksheet time: 25mins
The total pay you "take home" from a paycheck after taxes and deductions are taken out is known as what?
Gross Pay
Salary
Net Pay
Wage
Which tax form do employers use to determine how much tax to deduct from a paycheck?
W-4
X-2
W-2
1099
Which tax form is used to inform employees of how much money (tax) was deducted from paychecks throughout the year?
W-4
1099
W-1
W-2
What will be paid for as part of the escrow funds included in a mortgage loan?
Mortgage
Property Tax
Interest
Rate
Amount of your paycheck before taxes or other deductions are taken out.
Net Pay
Taxes
Gross Pay
Deductions
What documentation is needed when seeking to open a bank account?
Blank Check
Government-issued Identification
Recommendation Letter
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When you purchase a product at the store, what additional cost must be paid in addition to the price of the product?
Purchasing Fee
Sales Tax
Interest
Bank fee
What best describes the concept of APR?
Late fee for late payment
Maximum amount of the spending limit
credit card summary
The credit card interest rate calculated on a yearly basis
A certificate of deposit (CD) differs from a traditional savings account because...
are a riskier investment
include stock purchases
must remain untouched for a fixed period of time
have a low interest rate
What is not an advantage of bundling insurance?
potential for saving money
Increased insurance options
creates less stress
potential lower interest rates
Which investment tool has the following traits:
Insured by FDIC or NCUA
Lowest interest rate of all investments
Number of withdrawals per month may be limited
Certificate of Deposit
Bonds
Traditional savings account
Stocks
What is the term used to describe interest earned on interest gained?
Capital
Annual Percentage Rate
Simple Interest
Compound Interest
Which of the following is a financial institution that handles money, including keeping it safe for personal saving or commercial purposes?
Bank
Check cashing service
Credit Union
Payday loans
Using the simple interest formula, calculate the interest earned on $100 after one year at a 6% return rate
$60.00
$6.00
$.06
$66.00
When you receive a product or service now, but pay for it later, it is known as borrowing on...
Layaway
Credit
Debit
Rent to own
What is not considered an installment loan?
auto loan
mortgage
credit card (revolving credit)
debit card
Which type of card remove funds from checking account almost instantly after making a purchase?
Credit card
Loan card
Gift card
Debit card
When choosing between using a bank or a credit union, what is an advantage that credit unions generally have over banks?
Owned by members, who may vote and elect board of directors
Large, world bank
Advanced online banking
Variety of services offered
Which type of mortgage loan helps individuals who may have:
A low credit score
Little cash available for a down payment
Possible first-time home buyer
Adjustable- rate loan
Reverse mortgage
Government-insured loan (FHA)
Fixed-rate loan
When the federal government raises interest rates, which type of account is generally impacted positively?
Checking account
Savings Account
Mortgage account
Credit card account
Which type of insurance provides money to dependents after the wage earner dies?
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Short- term insurance
Which investment tool is characterized by the following traits:
Risky
Ownership in a corporation
Pays dividends
Potential for rewards is high
Savings
Bonds
Stocks
Certificate of Deposit
What is the typical length of time most borrowers use to pay off a mortgage? How many years?
10 years
25 years
15 years
30 years
If an individual cannot make a large down payment when applying for a mortgage loan, they will most likely have to pay for what?
Private mortgage insurance (PMI)
Property tax
Risk assessment
Service fee
Investing in a commodity, means you are investing in a...
Car
Commercial business
House
Natural resource
When eating at a restaurant, you must consider additional costs of sales tax and...
Uber fee
Reservation fee
Tip
Interest rate
Banks offer the service of a safety deposit box, which can be used for what purpose?
Protect personal documents/items from potential loss
Bringing down interest rates
Protect your car from getting scratches
Increase your amount of money in a bank
Which financial institution receives criticism for targeting people in poverty and other vulnerable populations by charging extremely high interest rates?
Check cashing services
Payday lenders
Credit unions
Pawn shops
Which financial institution can an individual visit to get money from a check if they do not have a traditional bank account?
WalMart
Credit unions
Payday lenders
Check cashing services
Rent-to-own agreements can negatively impact you because:
Consumers will pay a low interest rate on the item
Consumers are limited to purchasing specific items
Consumers will pay a high interest rate on the item
Consumers immrediately receive the items
Which investment tool is characterized by the following traits:
Investor loans money to a city, county govt or company
Money is repaid after a certain date plus interest
Generally considered a safe investment
Not insured by the FDIC
Stocks
Bonds
Savings accounts
Certificate of deposit
What plan allows a customer to pay a deposit on an item, and then not receive the item until the balance is paid in full?
Budgeting
Retirement plan
Layaway plan
Rent to own plan
When inspecting your banking or credit statement and discover several charges you did not make, you are most likely a victim of what?
Being a consumer
The black market
A prank
Identity theft
If you spend more money than you have in your bank account, you are charged what fee?
Overdraft fee
Protection fee
Processing fee
On-time fee
The phrase "balancing a checkbook" refers to which practice?
Comparing bank statements to withdrawals (Checks, ATM) to track your spending
Putting your checkbook on a balancing machine
Comparing your credit card to your debit card
Comparing your credit card statement to your debit card statement
Which practice/habit could negatively impact your credit score?
Monitor your credit report
Not spending more than you make
Paying your bills on time
Reaching your spending limit with your credit card
What is an advantage of maintaining a good credit score?
Greater chance of receiving a loan with a higher interest rate
You get a sticker or gold star
Greater chance of receiving a loan with a lower interest rate
Stocks are cheaper to buy
Federal income tax brackets can be impacted by...
Region of your residence
Type of job you have
Marriage status
Voter history
If the value of your house increases, which part of the mortgage will not increase?
PMI
Property tax
Interest
Mortgage principal
Sales tax amounts are generally established by which levels of government?
Federal and state
State and local
Federal and local
All levels
Which public position can confirm signatures of a contract?
President
Governor
Notary public
Mayor
What is the correct sequence in the formation of a contract?
Offer
agreement
consideration
acceptance
Agreement
consideration
offer
acceptance
Offer
acceptance
consideration
agreement
Consideration
agreement
offer
acceptance
When one party of a contract does not do what the contract says, the individual has committed what?
Termination of contract
Amendment of contract
Breach of contract
Ratification of contract
What is the rule of 72 used to calculate?
The amount of time it will take for an investment to double in value
The amount of money you need to save for retirement
The amount of tax you owe to the IRS
The amount of money you have in your bank account
When planning your personal budget, you must consider variable expenses. which are...
Expenses that you don't need to worry about
Expenses you pay annually
Expenses that stay the same from month to month
Expenses that change from month to month
What is the term given for a person who relies on someone else financially?
Insurer
Dependent
Policyholder
Freeloader
Participating in this course typically brings car insurance rates down.
Defensive Driving
Basket weaving
Economics 101
Geico University
The purpose of an umbrella insurance policy is best summarized as...
Groups all insurances together
The best way to keep the rain off
Protecting the policy holder against liability costs beyond regular coverage
Protects the policy holder from potential heavy rains
Which type of insurance helps pay for stays in a nursing home or assisted living facility?
Health Insurance
Long-term care Insurance
Retirement Insurance
Disability Insurance
Which type of insurance helps cover medical expenses associated with short-term illness and accidents?
Homeowners Insurance
Long-Term Care Insurance
Retirement Insurance
Health Insurance
