Credit Card Flashcard

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What does APR stand for?

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Annual Percentage Rate

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A high FICO score means you have better credit than someone with a low FICO score.

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True

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The least amount that must be paid on a credit card each month is

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Minimum Payment

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How can a cardholder avoid paying interest on a credit card?

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Pay the balance in full every month

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Grace Period - The time allowed to pay your balance without being charged a finance charge. Usually 25 to 30 days. 

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True

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The rule of thumb for credit card users is not to carry a balance over 30% of your credit limit.

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True

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Can parents add a child who is under 21 as an authorized user to an existing credit card?

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True

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According to the U.S. Federal Reserve, 46% of American adults have an outstanding balance on their credit cards.

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Correct

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Credit cards can help you build a credit history that will improve your chances of getting house or car loans in the future.

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True

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The three major institutions that keep credit records on individuals and businesses are _____, ______, and ______.

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Equifax, Experian, Trans Union