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Understanding Credit — Quiz

Question 3 • Personal Finance

Tamera and Rupert each applied for the same credit card through the same company. Tamera has a positive credit history. Rupert has a negative credit history. Which compares their credit limits and likely interest rates?

Answer
A
Tamera’s credit limit is most likely lower than Rupert’s, and her interest rate is most likely higher.
B
Rupert’s credit limit is most likely higher than Tamera’s, and his interest rate is most likely lower.
C
Rupert’s credit limit is most likely lower than Tamera’s, and his interest rate is most likely lower.
D
Tamera’s credit limit is most likely higher than Rupert’s, and her interest rate is most likely lower.

Explanation

A positive credit history suggests Tamera is less likely to miss payments, so the card company may offer her a higher credit limit and a lower interest rate. Rupert’s negative credit history signals greater risk, which usually means a lower limit and a higher rate. Therefore, choice D is correct: Tamera’s credit limit is most likely higher, and her interest rate is most likely lower.

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