What's a Good Return on Investment?

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the main goal of investing, as described in the introduction?
To make more money from existing money
To keep money safe from inflation
To avoid financial risks
To save for short-term goals
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which investment option is described as safe and liquid but not ideal for long-term goals?
Savings bonds
High-yield savings accounts
Certificates of deposit
Savings accounts
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a key disadvantage of certificates of deposit (CDs)?
They offer no interest
They have a high risk of loss
They require a minimum deposit and fixed term
They are not backed by banks
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How do bond funds differ from savings bonds?
Bond funds are affected by supply and demand
Bond funds are not traded publicly
Bond funds have guaranteed returns
Bond funds are issued by the government
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the average annual growth rate of the S&P 500 over the last 90 years?
7.8%
12.3%
5.5%
9.8%
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why might short-term investing in stocks be risky?
Stocks are not available to average investors
Stocks have guaranteed low returns
Stock returns are highly volatile year-to-year
Stocks always have negative returns
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a recommended strategy to avoid losing your entire investment?
Avoid investing in stocks
Invest solely in the S&P 500
Diversify your investments
Invest only in savings accounts
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