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Investment Strategies — Unit test Answers

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Which describes the difference between simple and compound interest?

A
Simple interest is paid on small, short-term loans, while compound interest is paid on large, long-term loans.
B
Simple interest is paid on the principal, while compound interest is paid on the principal and interest accrued.
C
Simple interest is paid on large, long-term loans, while compound interest is paid on small, short-term loans.
D
Simple interest is paid on the principal and interest accrued, while compound interest is paid only on the principal.
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Tina has $1,000 per year she can invest to save money for her future.Which option would allow the highest growth for Tina's investment?

A
Tina can start investing the whole amount this year at 5% interest.
B
Tina can start investing the whole amount this year at 7% interest.
C
Tina can start investing half of the amount two years from now at 5% interest.
D
Tina can start investing half of the amount two years from now at 7% interest.
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The tables show two ways to pay off $500 in credit card debt.

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A
$15 a month because it will let the person keep more spending money
B
$100 a month because it will free up credit to buy other things
C
$15 a month because it will save money in the long run
D
$100 a month because it will reduce the amount of interest paid
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Which questions should someone ask when deciding whether to lease or buy a car? Check all that apply. Will I use it more than the allowed lease mileage?Will my family like the car?How long do I want the car?How much do I want to spend?How much do I like the car’s options?

A
Will I use it more than the allowed lease mileage?
B
Will my family like the car?
C
How long do I want the car?
D
How much do I want to spend?
E
How much do I like the car’s options?
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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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