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This year, Mr. Thomas has a higher credit score than he did last year. Which of the following should Mr. Thomas expect with the improved score? Check all that apply.

A
a more difficult time borrowing money to buy a house
B
an easier time getting a car loan
C
an easier time renting an apartment
D
a denial when opening a bank account
E
higher interest rates on credit cards
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Yoko is buying a car from a local car dealership. She wants to get the lowest interest rate possible. Which will most likely help her get the lowest interest rate?

a
asking nicely
m
making sure she has a positive credit history
e
explaining that she has many outstanding loans
s
showing her driver’s license
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Simon used a credit card to buy a skateboard. Which statement is true about his method of payment?

A
Simon paid cash at the store.
B
Simon used money directly from his bank account.
C
Simon will receive the bill later.
D
Simon made the purchase with money he saved.
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Before giving a loan to a customer, a lender examines the customer’s credit report. Which explains why the lender examines the customer’s credit report?

t
to determine if the customer is a likeable person
t
to determine the customer’s income
t
to determine the customer’s job title
t
to determine if the customer is likely to pay back the loan
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Before applying for a credit card, Jacob examines his credit report. Which explains why Jacob might examine his credit report?

t
to determine which company has the best credit card features
t
to determine if he has a history of good credit
t
to determine if he needs a credit card
t
to determine his credit limit
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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.
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Lois bought clothing at a store. She did not have enough in her bank account to pay for the purchase. After receiving the bill and paying off the balance, she realized that she paid $9.69 in interest. Which statement is true about her method of payment?

L
Lois used a debit card to make the purchase.
L
Lois used a credit card to make the purchase.
L
Lois either used a debit card or used a credit card and paid the balance in full when the bill arrived.
L
Lois either used a debit card or used a credit card and made a single payment.
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Kenya used a debit card to buy a pair of jeans. Which statement is true about her method of payment?

K
Kenya used money directly from her bank account to buy the jeans.
K
Kenya borrowed the money to buy the jeans.
K
Kenya did not have enough money in her bank account to buy the jeans.
K
Kenya will pay for the jeans over time.
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The graph shows changes in interest rates since 1975.

Question illustration
A
Interest rates can go up and down.
B
Interest rates can only go down.
C
Interest rates can only go up.
D
Interest rates show little change over time.
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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?

A
Tamera’s credit limit is most likely higher than Rupert’s, and her interest rate is most likely lower.
B
Tamera’s credit limit is most likely lower than Rupert’s, and her interest rate is most likely higher.
C
Rupert’s credit limit is most likely higher than Tamera’s, and his interest rate is most likely lower.
D
Rupert’s credit limit is most likely lower than Tamera’s, and his interest rate is most likely lower.
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Pete is trying to get a loan. He has a credit score of 480. How is Pete’s lender likely to view this credit score?

A
Pete is responsible and will pay the loan back on time.
B
Pete is responsible but will not pay the loan back on time.
C
Pete is irresponsible but will pay the loan back on time.
D
Pete is irresponsible and will not pay the loan back on time.
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Which information is found on a credit report?

g
grade point average
l
list of schools attended
n
names of family members
c
credit account history
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Which helps to establish a negative credit history?

M
Make payments on or before the due date.
N
Never miss a payment.
P
Pay off the full amount with the first monthly statement.
P
Pay less than the minimum amount due.
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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.
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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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