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What are some characteristics of short-term investments? Check all that apply.They usually last for less than a year.They are considered low risk.They typically include both stocks and bonds.They typically help investors save for retirement. They can include savings accounts and CDs.

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They usually last for less than a year.
B
They are considered low risk.
C
They typically include both stocks and bonds.
D
They typically help investors save for retirement.
E
They can include savings accounts and CDs.
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One reason why individuals focus on long-term investments is to .

A
pay for immediate expenses
B
save for their retirement
C
grow money quickly
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Long-term investments tie up money for .

A
more than one year
B
less than one year
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Which investment options should Angela consider?

A
stocks
B
commodities
C
mutual funds
D
CDs
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Which investment practice is Cody following?

A
buying commodities
B
short-term investing
C
diversifying investments
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What should investors consider when planning for their retirement? Check all that apply.the amount an employer will match for a 401(k)the contributions an employer will make to an IRAthe ideal age to establish a particular retirement planthe amount an investor is allowed to contribute annuallythe tax laws and breaks related to different retirement plansthe amount that can be withdrawn early without getting taxed

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the amount an employer will match for a 401(k)
B
the contributions an employer will make to an IRA
C
the ideal age to establish a particular retirement plan
D
the amount an investor is allowed to contribute annually
E
the tax laws and breaks related to different retirement plans
F
the amount that can be withdrawn early without getting taxed
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Which investment shortcoming has he failed to avoid?

A
focusing on sunk costs
B
focusing on the familiar
C
not knowing his personality
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Which step should Cody take to improve his investment portfolio?

A
sell the failing stock
B
try to take more risks
C
be more conservative
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Investments with more liquidity include .

A
real estate
B
retirement plans
C
savings accounts
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Investments with less liquidity include .

A
checking accounts
B
personal property
C
mutual funds

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