Question 9 of 25 • CSD Summer 2026 Physical/Earth Science
Riley spends $300 on her credit card. She pays the minimum payment, $25, and expects that her balance will then be $275. She’s surprised that it’s higher even though she hasn’t used the card again. What happened?
Answer
A
Interest accumulated on the balance because it was not paid in full.
B
Her minimum payment was used as a fee, not as the payment.
C
She was charged a penalty for not paying more than the minimum.
D
The lender changed the amount of credit she’s allowed to receive.