Understanding Financial Concepts Flashcard

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What is the primary function of the Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC)?

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To regulate and oversee the stock market

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Which of the following best describes the difference between saving and investing? Saving is for long-term growth, investing is for emergencies, Saving is putting money aside with little risk, investing involves risk for potential higher returns, Saving always loses money, investing always gains money, Saving is only for retirement, investing is for daily expenses

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Saving is putting money aside with little risk, investing involves risk for potential higher returns

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Which organization insures deposits in U.S. banks up to a certain limit?

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Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC)

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A person who prefers low risk and stable returns is most likely to choose which type of investing? Options: Aggressive, Moderate, Conservative, Speculative

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Conservative

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What is a dividend?

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A portion of a company's profits paid to shareholders.

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If you want to buy and sell stocks, which professional would you most likely contact?

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Stock broker

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Which of the following best explains the purpose of a will in estate planning? Options: To pay off debts, To outline how a person's assets will be distributed after death, To avoid paying taxes, To insure property

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To outline how a person's assets will be distributed after death

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What is the main difference between a savings account and a money market account?

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Money market accounts usually offer higher interest rates and may require higher minimum balances.

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Which stock market index is made up of 30 large, publicly owned companies in the U.S.?

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Dow Jones Industrial Average

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What is the main role of the Federal Reserve Bank?

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To manage the nation’s monetary policy and control interest rates