Module 6
1.! What terms below describe the “mainstream economy”. Answer ____
a.
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Economic activity close to major river systems.
b.
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Loan activity is reported to the credit reporting agencies.
c.
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Loans with interest rates are at or below generally accepted limits.
d.
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b and c above are correct.
2.! Two of the most common forms of collateral used for loans are. Answer ____
a.
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The interest rate and fees.
b.
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Delinquency and default.
c.
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Homes and automobiles.
d.
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None of the above.
3.! If a secured loan goes into default, the lender normally takes steps to:
Answer ____
a.
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Forgive the loan.
b.
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Take ownership of the collateral that secured the loan.
c.
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Lower the interest rate.
d.
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Lower the loan payments.
4.! What do the initials APR mean when referring to interest rates?
Answer ____
a.
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Always Preferred Rate.
b.
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Annual Percentage Rate.
c.
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Annual Price Reduction.
d.
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Any Price Rate.
5.! Why do credit cards usually have higher interest rates than car loans?
Answer _____
a.
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Because credit card loans are usually smaller than car loans.
b.
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Because credit card loans are unsecured and car loans are secured loans.
c.
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Because it’s easier to get a credit card.
d.
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None of the above.
6.! A common revolving charge account is a: Answer ____
a.
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Payday loan.
b.
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Loan for admission to an expensive amusement park.
c.
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A credit card.
d.
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A personal loan from a family member who owns a firearm.
7.! What is the “grace period” as it applies to credit cards? Answer ____
a.
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The time you have to pay the entire bill and not be charged interest.
b.
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The amount of time needed to find the money needed for the minimum payment.
c.
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The time of year credit card companies make donations to religious organizations.
d.
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None of the above.
8.! What are some of the fees associated with credit cards? Answer ____
a.
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A fee for a late payment.
b.
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A fee for the balance (total charges) on the card going higher than a preset limit.
c.
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An annual fee just for having the card.
d.
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All of the above.
9.! Which of the following are normally associated with contracts a rent-to-own furniture
and appliance businesses? Answer ____
a.
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The total cost to buy something is usually less than purchasing the same item from
other stores.
b.
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Payments are made on a weekly basis.
c.
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If you stop making payments before your contract is complete the company will take
back the item and you will not receive a refund.
d.
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A and b above are correct.
10.!The “Non Mainstream Economy” includes loans or contracts from:
Answer ____
a.
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Auto Title Lenders.
b.
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Rent-to-Own furniture and appliance stores.
c.
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Payday lenders.
d.
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All of the above.
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