Exam 5: Consumer Credit: Advantages, Dis-Advantages, Sources, and Costs

If you purchase something with a credit card,the finance charges you pay on an item could end up being more than the item is worth.

(True/False)

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Question 101

The minimum monthly payment on a credit card is

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Question 102

Experts suggest that you spend more than 20% of your after-tax (net)income on consumer credit payments.

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Question 103

Which of the following is the best scoring technique used in credit applications for consumers with limited credit histories?

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Question 104

A credit card holder who pays the full balance during the grace period each month is actually getting a free loan from the credit card company.

(True/False)

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Question 105

Credit can indicate stability since lenders consider you a good risk.

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Question 106

Identify at least four warning signs that you may be in financial trouble.

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Question 107

What step can you take if your credit application is denied?

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Question 108

Which of the following is NOT a valid credit application question?

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Question 109

If you think your identity has been stolen,which of the following actions does the Federal Trade Commission recommend you take immediately?

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Question 110

The Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act of 2005 made it easier for consumers to file Chapter 7 bankruptcy.

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Question 111

If Vince charged $200 on his credit card with 18% APR and he paid his balance in full within the grace period,how much was he required to pay?

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Question 112

Home equity loans should be used for

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Question 113

The higher your FICO score,the more risk you pose to creditors.

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Question 114

If you believe that you have been refused credit because of discrimination,what steps should you take?

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Question 115

Before taking out a loan,you should ask yourself whether you can meet all of your essential expenses and still afford the monthly loan payments.This can be determined by

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Question 116

The question "What are your assets and net worth? " relates to

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Question 117

The finance charge for credit includes all of the following except

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Question 118

Define two of the following: a.Grace period. b.Line of credit. c.Interest.

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Question 119

Liz Brown is purchasing a used car for $10,000.She has a down payment of $2,000 and needs to borrow $8,000.Which of the following three credit arrangements would you suggest she accept?

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If you purchase something with a credit card,the finance charges you pay on an item could end up being more than the item is worth.

The minimum monthly payment on a credit card is

Experts suggest that you spend more than 20% of your after-tax (net)income on consumer credit payments.

Which of the following is the best scoring technique used in credit applications for consumers with limited credit histories?

A credit card holder who pays the full balance during the grace period each month is actually getting a free loan from the credit card company.

Credit can indicate stability since lenders consider you a good risk.

Identify at least four warning signs that you may be in financial trouble.

What step can you take if your credit application is denied?

Which of the following is NOT a valid credit application question?

If you think your identity has been stolen,which of the following actions does the Federal Trade Commission recommend you take immediately?

The Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act of 2005 made it easier for consumers to file Chapter 7 bankruptcy.

If Vince charged $200 on his credit card with 18% APR and he paid his balance in full within the grace period,how much was he required to pay?

Home equity loans should be used for

The higher your FICO score,the more risk you pose to creditors.

If you believe that you have been refused credit because of discrimination,what steps should you take?

Before taking out a loan,you should ask yourself whether you can meet all of your essential expenses and still afford the monthly loan payments.This can be determined by

The question "What are your assets and net worth? " relates to

The finance charge for credit includes all of the following except

Define two of the following: a.Grace period. b.Line of credit. c.Interest.

Liz Brown is purchasing a used car for $10,000.She has a down payment of $2,000 and needs to borrow $8,000.Which of the following three credit arrangements would you suggest she accept?

Personal Financial Planning in Action

Money Management Skills

Taxes in Your Financial Plan

Financial Services: Savings Plans and Payment Account

Consumer Purchasing Strategies and Wise Buying of Motor Vehicles

Selecting and Financing Housing

Home and Automobile Insurance

Health and Disability Income Insurance

Financial Planning With Life Insurance

Investing Basics and Evaluating Bonds

Investing in Stocks

Investing in Mutual Funds

Starting Early: Retirement and Estate Planning

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