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AssignmentMultiple Choice

Understanding College Savings

Question 7 • SNHS NV-Civics and Economics

What is one major difference between a grant and a loan?

Answer
A
If you receive a grant, you cannot also get a scholarship. However, if you receive a loan, you can also get a scholarship.
B
A grant is considered a financial gift. Unlike a loan, you do not have to pay it back.
C
A loan is considered a financial gift. Unlike a grant, you do not have to pay it back.
D
You can apply for loans using the FAFSA, but you cannot use the FAFSA to apply for grants.

Explanation

A grant is financial aid that generally does not need to be repaid. A loan must be repaid, often with interest, so the key difference is that a grant is a gift while a loan is borrowed money. Therefore, the correct choice is “A grant is considered a financial gift. Unlike a loan, you do not have to pay it back.”

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