SP QR 2025 FINAL SENIORS ONLY - Tang Xiong | Library

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Magda is going to finance her car purchase using an auto loan. Which statement below is accurate?

Magda will need to pay back the auto loan in one lump sum at the end of the loan term.

Magda will receive the full purchase amount of the car from the lender.

Magda will pay interest on the auto loan in addition to the principal amount borrowed.

Magda's credit score will not impact the terms of her auto loan.

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Jaime is creating a budget for the first time and is unsure whether to base it on his NET PAY or GROSS PAY. What advice would you offer him?

Use GROSS PAY for short-term budgeting and NET PAY for long-term financial planning.

Base your budget on NET PAY, as it represents your actual take-home pay after deductions.

It doesn't matter which one you use; both NET PAY and GROSS PAY will provide similar budgeting outcomes.

Base your budget on GROSS PAY, as it reflects your total earnings before deductions.

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Why is sending a personalized thank you after a job interview important?

It gives you the opportunity to leave a good impression by expanding on an answer you gave or a topic you discussed

It allows you to boast about your accomplishments one last time

It shows that you want the job even if you don’t really like the company

You can apologize for any mistakes you made in the interview

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Which feature is absent in secured credit cards compared to other types of credit cards?

They often have higher interest rates than unsecured credit cards.

They are helpful for individuals with limited or poor credit history.

They require a cash deposit as collateral.

They offer rewards and cashback programs for purchases.

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When Zoe makes a purchase with her credit card, which of the following occurs?

The amount is deducted directly from her bank account.

The purchase amount is added to her credit card balance to be paid off later.

She earns cashback rewards for the purchase.

The transaction increases her available credit limit.

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If Jenna's monthly premium for renters insurance is $20 and her deductible is $250, and she experiences a covered loss totaling $1500 to her personal belongings, how much will Jenna need to pay out of pocket, and how much will her insurance cover?

Jenna pays $250, and the insurance pays $250.

Jenna pays $250, and the insurance pays $1250.

Jenna pays $1500, and the insurance pays $0.

Jenna pays $20, and the insurance pays $1480.

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Which of the following best describes the amount of money you'll have if you put $1000 into a savings account earning 1% annual compound interest for 10 years? You can ignore the impact of inflation in this question.

Approximately $1050

Approximately $1100

Approximately $1001

Approximately $1010

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Which of the following is typically NOT a factor considered in your credit report?

Payment history

Credit accounts and their status

Credit inquiries

Employment history

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Which of the following strategies is likely to have the MOST negative impact on your financial health when switching banks or opening a new credit card?

Checking your credit score before applying for new accounts to assess your financial standing.

Applying for multiple credit cards simultaneously to increase available credit.

Closing existing credit accounts before opening new ones to streamline finances.

Researching and comparing different banking or credit card options thoroughly.

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Among these high school seniors who each bought $1500 worth of items for college using credit cards with similar terms, who is likely to have the LOWEST credit utilization ratio?

Sam, who has a total credit limit of $5000 across all credit cards.

Maya, who has a total credit limit of $2000 across all credit cards.

Emily, who has a total credit limit of $4000 across all credit cards.

Alex, who has a total credit limit of $3000 across all credit cards.

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Among these high school seniors who each bought $1500 of items for college using credit cards with similar terms, who is expected to pay the LEAST interest over time?

Emily, who aims to pay off the entire balance in 10 equal monthly installments.

Sam, who plans to pay off the entire balance within two months.

Maya, who intends to make only minimum payments on her credit card balance.

Alex, who plans to pay off $200 of the balance each month.

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What is one advantage of using Target Date Funds for beginner investors?

They offer guaranteed high returns.

They automatically adjust asset allocation based on the investor's target retirement date.

They require frequent adjustments by the investor.

They provide complete control over asset allocation.

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When you have liability coverage with your auto insurance policy…

You cannot be found liable or guilty of causing an accident

Your medical bills will be covered if you're in an accident, even if you are at fault

Your insurance will cover the payment for your neighbor's fence repair if you crash into it backing out of the driveway

Your insurance will cover the payment for your broken windshield if your car gets broken into

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Which of the following best describes a dark pattern?

Designing interfaces to intentionally trick or manipulate users into taking actions they may not want to take.

Implementing features that enhance user experience and usability.

Offering users rewards or incentives for completing certain tasks.

Providing users with clear and transparent information to make informed decisions.

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Among the options provided, which action is typically associated with saving rather than investing?

Starting a 401(k) retirement account.

Purchasing government bonds.

Depositing money into a savings account.

Buying shares of a diversified index fund.

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What information is typically included in a resume?

References and recommendations

Introduction and personal story

Education, experience, and work skills

Personal statement and career goals

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Which of the following deductions is typically NOT withheld from an employee's paycheck?

Social Security tax (FICA) withholding.

State income tax withholding.

Employer-sponsored retirement contributions.

Federal income tax withholding.

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What is a key benefit of mobile banking?

Slower transaction processing compared to traditional methods.

Convenient access to manage finances on-the-go through a smartphone.

Limited accessibility to account information.

Enhanced security features compared to online banking.

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As Maura begins her new job, which tax form will she most likely receive from her employer at the end of the year to report her annual earnings and taxes withheld?

Form 1040

Form W-2

Form W-4

Form 1099

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If you have $4000 per month to cover expenses and your estimated monthly costs are as follows: rent of $1500, car expenses of $600, utilities of $250, insurance of $350, food of $500, student loans of $700, and going out with friends of $200, what is your total monthly expenditure?

$3400

$4300

$4000

$4100

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Which of the following best describes the practice of comparison shopping?

Researching and comparing prices, features, and reviews of products across multiple retailers or brands before making a purchase.

Selecting products based solely on their popularity without considering alternatives.

Purchasing items impulsively without any prior evaluation of their quality or value.

Buying from the same retailer or brand without exploring other options.

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What is one step you can take to protect yourself from identity theft?

Throw away expired bank account cards and documents without shredding them

Check your bank statements each month to verify that all transactions are accurate

Log into your bank's mobile app using a public WiFi network

Use websites that start with "http" instead of "https"

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How is an online savings account different from a traditional savings account?

An online savings account includes a mobile app, while a traditional savings account does not

An online savings account is offered by a bank that customers can only access online rather than at a physical bank branch

Online savings accounts cannot be FDIC insured, whereas traditional savings accounts can

Online savings accounts will only offer electronic statements rather than paper copies

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How can your credit score impact your financial situation?

A low credit score will mean lower ATM and overdraft fees

If you have no credit history, you're automatically approved for loans you may need

Your credit score can determine whether you are approved for a loan and what the interest rate on that loan will be

A high credit score will mean higher rates of return on your investments

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Which of these costs would be the MOST difficult to adjust if you were looking to reduce your expenses?

Loan payment on a new car

Postponing a purchase for a big-screen TV

Dining out at local restaurants

Expenses for new clothes