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PF - Unit 1 Test Review

Total questions: 28

Worksheet time: 19mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Which of the following best describes the purpose of personal financial planning?

a)

To maximize spending on luxury items

b)

To manage finances in order to meet personal goals and needs

c)

To focus only on saving for retirement

d)

To avoid creating a budget

2.

Which of the following best describes the concept of opportunity cost?

a)

The amount paid in taxes

b)

The value of the next best alternative forgone

c)

The total expenses of a project

d)

The interest earned on savings

3.
What is liquidity?
a)
The ability to convert assets to cash quickly without significant loss
b)
The amount of money in savings accounts
c)
The total value of all personal assets
d)
The rate of return on investments
4.

What is the recommended frequency for reviewing your personal financial plan?

a)

Every quarter

b)

Once every two years

c)

At least annually

d)

Only after major life events

5.
What is the primary concept behind the time value of money?
a)

Money is worth more now than later due to earned interest

b)

Money decreases in value due to inflation

c)
Money maintains the same value regardless of time
d)
Money should only be invested in high-risk options
6.

When considering personal opportunity costs, what is a common trade-off when deciding to build an emergency fund?

a)

Spending more on entertainment

b)

Delaying certain purchases or vacations

c)

Ignoring future needs

d)

Borrowing money for investments

7.
What is compounding in the context of savings?
a)
Earning interest only on the original deposit
b)
Losing money due to inflation
c)
Earning interest on previously earned interest
d)
Withdrawing money regularly from savings
8.
What is inflation's primary effect on purchasing power?
a)
It increases the value of money over time
b)
It has no effect on purchasing power
c)
It decreases the amount of goods/services you can buy
d)
It stabilizes market prices
9.
What is the difference between real return and nominal return?
a)
Real return is the same as nominal return.
b)
Nominal return is adjusted for taxes.
c)
Real return includes dividends and interest.
d)
Real return is nominal return minus inflation.
10.
Which is true about inflation?
a)
Inflation is a term used to describe a decrease in prices of goods and services
b)
Inflation is a term used to describe an increase in prices of goods and services
c)
An increase in inflation is caused by a low supply of money
d)
An increase in inflation increases an individual's purchasing power
11.
What is purchasing power?
a)
The amount of money a person has in savings
b)
The amount of money a person makes
c)
The amount of money made from I bonds
d)
The amount of goods a person can buy with their money
12.

When is it generally considered most beneficial to begin building your savings and investments?

a)

Once you have a high-paying job

b)

As soon as you start earning an income, to maximize growth over time

c)

Only after you have paid off all debts

d)

When you are close to retirement

13.
A plan to save money for things in the near future, usually within a year, is the definition of:
a)
A want
b)
A short-term goal
c)
A long-term goal
d)
A need
14.
Why is it important to learn how to manage money effectively?
a)
To prove to other people that you are financially responsible
b)
To avoid paying taxes on your income
c)
To become an expert in investing
d)
To help you achieve your financial goals
15.
What is the primary function of the Federal Reserve System?
a)
To collect taxes from citizens
b)
To print and distribute currency only
c)

Influence interest rates to keep the economy stable.

d)
To provide direct loans to individuals
16.
What is bankruptcy?
a)
Bankruptcy is a legal status of a person that cannot repay the debts it owes.
b)
Bankruptcy is a form of government assistance.
c)
Bankruptcy is a type of investment strategy.
d)
Bankruptcy is a method of increasing wealth.
17.

What is lifestyle inflation?

a)
Lifestyle inflation is the increase in spending that occurs as income increases.
b)
The increase in savings that occurs as expenses decrease.
c)
The practice of saving more money when income increases.
d)
A decrease in spending as income decreases.
18.
What is the formula for simple interest calculation?
a)
Interest = Principal + Rate + Time
b)
Interest = Principal x (Rate + Time)
c)
Interest = Rate / (Principal x Time)
d)
Interest = Principal x Rate x Time
19.

How does inflation affect the real value of returns on a traditional savings account?

a)

It increases the real value of returns

b)

It has no effect on the real value of returns

c)

It decreases the real value of returns

d)

It guarantees a positive real return

20.

If the interest rate on your savings is 4% and the inflation rate is 5%, what is your real rate of return?

a)

-1%

b)

4%

c)

+1%

d)

+9%

21.

Which of the following is considered a need rather than a want?

a)

Going to a concert

b)

Purchasing the latest smartphone

c)

Buying a winter coat for cold weather

d)

Eating at a fancy restaurant

22.

Why is it important to distinguish between needs and wants when creating a budget?

a)

To increase impulse purchases

b)

To avoid paying taxes

c)

To ensure all money is spent on entertainment

d)

To prioritize essential expenses and manage money wisely

23.

Which of the following best describes a 'want'?

a)

Paying for electricity

b)

Purchasing designer shoes

c)

Buying groceries for the week

d)

Paying rent for your apartment

24.

If the demand for smartphones rises sharply, what is the most likely effect on their price?

a)

Price will rise

b)

Price will fluctuate randomly

c)

Price will fall

d)

Price will stay constant

25.

If the Federal Funds Rate rises, what is most likely to happen for a person looking to apply for a loan?

a)
Loan approval rates are likely to improve.
b)
The availability of loans will increase significantly.
c)

Interest rates on loans will decrease.

d)

The interest rates on the loans is likely to increase.

26.

What does the present value of money represent?

a)

The total amount of interest earned over time

b)

The current worth of a future sum of money, discounted at a specific interest rate

c)

The amount of money you will have in the future

d)

The value of money after taxes are deducted

27.

If you invest $1,000 today at an annual interest rate of 5% compounded yearly, what will be the future value after 3 years?

a)

$1,200.00

b)

$1,157.63

c)

$1,050.00

d)

$1,150.00

28.

What is the future value of a single sum if the principal amount is $5000, the interest rate is 8%, and the time period is 3 years?

a)

$6000

b)

$7000

c)

$6298.56

d)

$8000