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According to this W- 2 , how much Social Security tax was withheld from John T. Smith’s income for 2012?

A
612 point 6 5 dollars
B
44 dollars comma 567 point 3 4
C
2 dollars comma 567 point 4 5
D
1 dollars comma 756 point 5 6
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Part A: What are common retirement income sources?

A
gifts
B
wages only
C
Social Security, employer plans, savings
D
loans only
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Part B: Why is using multiple sources important?

A
increases risk
B
provides more stability
C
eliminates income
D
reduces savings
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The Smith family is deciding whether to buy a new washer or a gym membership. Which is the best example of a wise family spending decision?

A
The family meets to go over the budget and decide which item to buy.
B
The father sees a sale on washers and decides to buy one on the spot.
C
The mother signs up for the gym and decides to get into shape.
D
The family meets to discuss desires and decides to finance both items.
5

What is the best definition of an interest rate?

A
the total amount that a bank branch can provide to borrowers as a business or personal loan
B
the money that a bank pays as interest to depositors on their savings accounts
C
the percentage that compares a bank’s deposits to its loans in a given period of time
D
the percentage that compares the amount of interest paid to a bank to the amount given as a loan
6

Which is the most efficient way to prevent bankruptcy?

A
Take steps to stay in good financial health by creating an effective budget.
B
Open low-interest credit cards to pay off high-interest credit cards.
C
Use all your savings to pay off higher interest credit cards.
D
Use a personal loan to pay off some of your high-interest credit cards.
7

Theo and Amelia retained an attorney for advice about their troubled financial situation. Last month, they received a discharge and their Chapter 7. What negative impact will this couple face after filing for bankruptcy?

A
They will need to keep a budget.
B
They will need to monitor credit reports.
C
They will need to repair their credit score.
D
They will need to start an emergency fund.
8

Which is an example of a financial change that would require budgetary consideration?

A
buying a monthly bus pass
B
purchasing furniture
C
paying monthly rent
D
saving a certain amount
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The best way to research an expensive product is to

A
make a purchase and test it out.
B
read consumer information magazines.
C
watch many television commercials.
D
visit multiple company websites.
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Part A: What is a benefit of tax-deferred accounts?

A
taxes paid immediately
B
delayed taxes allow more growth
C
withdrawals are limited
D
no contributions allowed
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Part B: What is a benefit of Roth IRAs?

A
taxes paid later
B
contributions are pre-tax
C
withdrawals may be tax-free
D
no growth
13

What is one way banking has changed in the 21st century?

A
Customers can now apply for checking accounts at all banks.
B
Customers can now do banking on their computers or phones.
C
Customers can now get personal loans at local bank branches.
D
Customers can now open savings accounts that earn interest.
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Phung works as a pharmacist in Tampa, Florida. Her income is 116 dollars comma 200 a year. Which statements about Phung’s income and tax situation are correct? Choose three correct answers.

A
The first 9 dollars comma 075 she makes each year will be taxed at 10 percent .
B
After 36 dollars comma 000 , Phung’s taxable income will experience the greatest tax bracket increase.
C
Portions of Phung’s income will be taxed at 10 percent , 15 percent , 25 percent , and 28 percent .
D
Phung will pay 28 percent of her total income in federal taxes.
E
Phung will pay 28 percent of her total income in state taxes.

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