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What is a benefit of obtaining a personal loan?

A
getting money with special repayment terms
B
getting money with favorable interest rates
C
getting small amounts of money to use immediately
D
getting large amounts of money to use immediately
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The type of credit people are most likely to use for small purchases during their lifetime is

A
a credit card.
B
a personal loan.
C
an auto loan.
D
a mortgage.
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Which statement is true of both mortgages and auto loans?

A
They are riskier than student loans for lenders.
B
They do not require a minimum payment.
C
They are secured loans and generally require a down payment.
D
They have higher interest rates than credit cards.
4

A way to build good credit is

A
using only secured loans.
B
taking out many lines of credit.
C
paying bills when they are due.
D
using only credit cards.
5

In determining whether to issue a loan, banks are not allowed to ask about an applicant’s

A
employment history.
B
date of birth.
C
country of origin.
D
income tax returns.
6

Read the scenario.Casey has been saving for a new car and is ready to make a purchase. Having a substantial amount to put down as a down payment, Casey approaches the car dealership. The salesperson and the loan officer view Casey's willingness to make a high down payment positively.Why would Casey be considered a lower risk by the lender for planning to make a high down payment?

A
It shows that Casey prefers a high-interest rate.
B
It shows that Casey is committed to paying off the loan.
C
It shows that Casey may not need a loan at all.
D
It shows that Casey might refinance the loan soon.
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Which best describes a way people can use personal loans?

A
to buy a house
B
to buy a car
C
to pay for college
D
to pay for groceries
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good credita bank accounttax returns

A
good credit
B
a bank account
C
tax returns
9

principal borrowedoutstanding balanceprojected balance

A
principal borrowed
B
outstanding balance
C
projected balance
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Which describes an example of using unsecured credit?

A
Someone buys new gutters for a home with a credit card.
B
Someone buys a new vehicle with a loan from a car dealer.
C
Someone buys a new home with a mortgage from a bank.
D
Someone buys a new boat with a loan from a boat dealer.
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Read the scenario.Casey has been saving for a new car and is ready to make a purchase. Having a substantial amount to put down as a down payment, Casey approaches the car dealership. The salesperson and the loan officer view Casey's willingness to make a high down payment positively.Why would Casey be considered a lower risk by the lender for planning to make a high down payment?

A
It shows that Casey prefers a high-interest rate.
B
It shows that Casey is committed to paying off the loan.
C
It shows that Casey may not need a loan at all.
D
It shows that Casey might refinance the loan soon.
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For which buyer would a lender most likely approve a $200,000 mortgage?

A
a person with a credit score of 800 with a large amount of debt who has recently switched to a lower-paying job
B
a person with a credit score of 760 with a small amount of debt who has had steady employment for many years
C
a person with a credit score of 650 with a large amount of available credit who has a low-paying, but steady job
D
a person with a credit score of 600 with a small amount of available credit who has recently switched to a high-paying job
13

Which best describes a way people can use personal loans?

A
to buy a house
B
to buy a car
C
to pay for college
D
to pay for groceries
14

Consumers who pay more than the minimum payment on credit cards

A
pay less interest in the long run.
B
are able to buy more things.
C
see their credit scores decrease.
D
qualify for mortgages.
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Which describes the difference between secured and unsecured credit?

A
Secured credit is backed by an asset equal to the value of a loan, while unsecured credit is not guaranteed by a material object.
B
Unsecured credit is backed by an asset equal to the value of a loan, while secured credit is not guaranteed by a material object.
C
Secured credit is risky because banks cannot seize assets, while unsecured credit is less risky because it is backed by material objects.
D
Unsecured credit enables lenders to seize an asset if a loan is not paid, while secured credit prohibits lenders from taking material objects.
16

An example of secured credit is a

A
payday loan.
B
credit card.
C
mortgage.
D
medical bill.
17

The simple interest on a loan of $200 at 10 percent interest per year is

A
$10 per year until the loan is paid off.
B
$15 per year until the loan is paid off.
C
$20 per year until the loan is paid off.
D
$25 per year until the loan is paid off.
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Which describes an example of using unsecured credit?

A
Someone buys new gutters for a home with a credit card.
B
Someone buys a new vehicle with a loan from a car dealer.
C
Someone buys a new home with a mortgage from a bank.
D
Someone buys a new boat with a loan from a boat dealer.
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In determining whether to issue a loan, banks are not allowed to ask about an applicant’s

A
employment history.
B
date of birth.
C
country of origin.
D
income tax returns.
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good credita bank accounttax returns

A
good credit
B
a bank account
C
tax returns

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