Ch 25 Flashcard Review

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The one who lends the money is the

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creditor

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Which of the following IS the amount of interest based you get charged based on?
Options: length of loan, your salary , your parents salary , how many debit cards you have

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length of loan

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Do college students (ages 18-21) fit into the largest age group of people with credit problems?

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True

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What is the fee that creditors charge for using their money called?

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Interest

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Which type of loan does the book strongly recommend against using?

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borrow until payday loans

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How long does a medium term loan last for?

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1-5 years

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While installment loans are made during a period of time, which loans are made for a longer period such as 15-30 years?

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Mortgage

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The cost of a loan from a consumer finance company is higher than the cost of a loan from other sources since this loan involves a greater risk. True or False?

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True

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Why might be a good reason to use credit?

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For emergencies, so you do not have to have cash on hand, can buy larger products you do not have enough cash for.

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Governments (federal, state and local) issue credit, they do not use credit.

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false