Principles of Investment — Unit test Answers

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Henry is moving and needs to open a new checking account. He is trying to decide between three banks using the chart below:Bank XBank YBank ZNo monthly fees if balance stays above $500, otherwise $7 per monthNo monthly fees if check card is used less than 6 times per month$5 monthly feeNo minimum balance$25 minimum balanceNo minimum balanceOnline banking servicesOnline banking servicesOnline banking servicesNon-Bank X ATM fee - $2.00 per transactionNon-Bank Y ATM fee - $1.50 per transactionNon-Bank Z ATM fee - $2.00 per transactionHenry usually has about $300 in his account at any given time during the month. He limits his ATM visits to one per week and is interested in banking online options. Bank X and Bank Z have 5 ATMs within a 5 mile radius of Henry’s work and his new home. Which bank should he choose?a.Bank Xb.Bank Yc.Bank Zd.Bank X and Z

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A couple has decided to increase their income from investments for when they retire in twenty years. Which is the best way they can accomplish that goal?

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by enrolling in a 401k and investing in the stock market
B
by opening a savings account and investing in commodities
C
by buying CDs and US government bonds
D
by opening an IRA and investing in a new business
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The images show what happened to two people who invested $1,000. Which investment advice would Gale most likely give to Alex?

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Invest in stocks because they are less risky.
B
Put most of your money in a savings account instead.
C
Spread your investments in several different areas.
D
Stick with the stocks because they will bounce back.
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The chart compares transportation options.

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the up-front cost
B
the monthly payments
C
the length of payments
D
the cost of insurance and gas
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Which of these would require a significant but temporary budget revision?

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paying a recurring credit card bill
B
adopting a kitten from a shelter
C
replacing a broken dishwasher
D
purchasing a newly released movie

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