Wk 9 Unit 3 Test - Tang Xiong | Library

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How does investing in the stock market differ from depositing money in a savings account at a bank?

Savings accounts are tied to company performance, while stock market returns are based on interest rates set by banks.

Stock market investments generally provide guaranteed returns, while savings accounts carry higher risk.

Investing in the stock market carries higher risk but offers the potential for higher returns compared to a savings account.

Both stock market investments and savings accounts guarantee fixed returns over time.

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Which of the following statements is TRUE about compound interest?

Compound interest grows faster than simple interest because it is calculated on both the principal and previously earned interest.

Compound interest is only applied to the initial principal amount invested.

Compound interest decreases over time as the balance increases.

Compound interest is a fixed percentage that does not change, regardless of the frequency of compounding.

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Josiah has saved $2,000 in a savings account that earns 0.5% interest annually. What will most likely happen to the purchasing power of his savings over time?

The purchasing power will increase significantly as the interest rate compounds.

The purchasing power will increase regardless of inflation, due to the guaranteed interest earned.

The purchasing power will decrease if the inflation rate is higher than the interest rate earned on the account.

The purchasing power will stay the same, as savings accounts always match inflation.

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Which of the following behaviors can PREVENT people from making smart investing decisions?

Seeking advice from a financial advisor before making significant investments.

Diversifying investments across various asset classes and industries.

Allowing emotions, such as fear or greed, to drive investment choices.

Regularly reviewing and adjusting investment portfolios based on market conditions.

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Which of the following accurately describes a difference between an individual bond compared to a bond fund?

Individual bonds are more liquid than bond funds, making them easier to buy and sell quickly.

Bond funds guarantee a fixed return, whereas individual bonds do not.

Individual bonds provide diversification, while bond funds focus on a single bond issued by a company or government.

An individual bond has a fixed maturity date and pays a set amount of interest, while a bond fund typically reinvests interest and does not have a fixed maturity date.

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Which of the following statements about Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) is TRUE?

ETFs trade on an exchange like individual stocks, and their prices fluctuate throughout the trading day.

ETFs can only be traded at the end of the trading day, similar to mutual funds.

ETFs are actively managed and typically have higher fees than mutual funds.

ETFs provide no diversification, as they invest in a single asset.

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You bought 10 shares of stock in StreamingVideoCo for $45 per share. Two months later, you sold the 10 shares of stock for $80 per share. What was your profit or loss on StreamingVideoCo stock? (Assume that StreamingVideoCo didn't pay a dividend and that you didn't incur any trading fees.)

$350 profit

$800 profit

$450 profit

$450 loss

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Which of the statements below BEST describes the relationship between risk and return when considering an investment?

Higher risk typically leads to the potential for higher return.

Lower risk always guarantees higher return.

Higher risk typically leads to lower return.

There is no relationship between risk and return.

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Why is diversification a recommended investment strategy?

It focuses on investing in a single asset class to maximize potential return.

It eliminates all investment risk.

It guarantees higher returns on investments.

It spreads investment risk across different assets, reducing the impact of any single asset's poor performance.

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Which of the following is a characteristic of dollar-cost averaging?

Timing the market to invest when prices are at their lowest.

Consistently investing a fixed amount of money at regular intervals, regardless of market conditions.

Which of the following is a characteristic of dollar-cost averaging?

Buying fewer shares when prices are low and more shares when prices are high.

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How is a bond different from a stock?

A bond provides voting rights in the company, while a stock does not.

A bond represents ownership in a company, while a stock is a loan to the company.

A bond offers variable interest rates, while a stock guarantees fixed returns.

A bond pays fixed interest over time, while a stock may offer dividends and represents ownership in a company.

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Which of the following is TRUE about capital gains tax?

Capital gains tax is applied to profits made from selling an asset at a higher price than its purchase price.

Short-term capital gains are typically taxed at a lower rate than long-term capital gains.

Capital gains tax is only applicable to real estate transactions.

There is no tax on capital gains if the investment is held for more than one year.

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How can someone make money from investing in a stock?

Through capital gains from selling the stock at a higher price than the purchase price and receiving dividends.

By investing in stocks that consistently decrease in value.

By holding the stock indefinitely without monitoring its performance.

By solely relying on the stock's price to increase without considering dividends.

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What is a brokerage account used for?

To facilitate the buying and selling of securities, such as stocks and bonds.

To store physical cash and coins for easy access.

To manage retirement funds exclusively.

To provide loans for personal expenses and home purchases.

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Why is it important for you to understand your risk tolerance before you start investing?

It is only relevant for professional investors, not for individuals.

It allows you to select an investment strategy that aligns with your financial goals and comfort level with potential losses.

It ensures that you will always make a profit on your investments.

It helps you choose stocks with the highest potential returns.

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Emily works for Sweet Treats, which offers a 401(k) match for up to 3% of her salary, which is $55,000 per year. In her budget, she only has $150 per month available to save for retirement. What should she do?

Contribute 3% of her salary to the 401(k) to take full advantage of the company match.

Save the $150 in a separate savings account instead of contributing to the 401(k).

Contribute $150 per month to her 401(k), which will be below the match limit.

Reduce her monthly expenses to contribute more than $150 to her 401(k).

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A disadvantage of using a robo-adviser might be that…

They lack the ability to provide human interaction and personalized guidance.

They typically charge higher fees than traditional financial advisers.

They offer personalized financial advice tailored to individual circumstances.

They are only available for retirement accounts.

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Alex is 25, just started his first full-time job, and is selecting his investments through his company's 401(k) plan. Why might a target date fund (TDF) be a good option for Alex?

A TDF allows him to actively manage his investments daily.

A TDF automatically adjusts its asset allocation based on his age and retirement date.

A TDF requires a large initial investment to get started.

A TDF only invests in bonds, minimizing potential growth.

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What is one question an investor should ask when deciding whether or not they would like to open a Roth IRA or a Traditional IRA?

What is my current income tax rate, and how will it affect my contributions?

How often can I change my investment choices within the IRA?

How many stocks are included in each account option?

What is the average return on investment for each type of IRA?

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Olivia is new to investing and is eager to get started. All of the following are things she should do EXCEPT...

Invest all her savings in a single stock to maximize potential returns quickly.

Set clear financial goals to guide her investment strategy.

Research and understand her investment options before making any decisions.

Diversify her investments to spread out risk.

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Rahul is explaining what Social Security is to his younger brother. Which of the following descriptions should he use?

Social Security is a private insurance policy that people purchase to secure their financial future.

Social Security is a government program that provides retirement, disability, and survivor benefits to eligible individuals based on their earnings history.

Social Security is a program that provides financial assistance to everyone, regardless of income or employment history.

Social Security is only available to people who have served in the military.

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Which of the following is an example of insider trading?

An employee of a company sells shares of the company during a public trading session.

An analyst recommends a stock based on its recent performance and market trends.

An investor buys shares of a company after reading a positive news article about its upcoming product launch.

A company executive buys stock in their own company after learning about a merger before it is publicly announced.

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Why are Index Funds such a popular investing option?

They typically have lower fees and provide broad market exposure compared to actively managed funds.

They guarantee high returns regardless of market conditions.

They require constant monitoring and frequent trading to be successful.

They are exclusively available to institutional investors and not to individual investors.

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You buy a bond with a fixed coupon rate of 5%. A year later, similar bonds that are issued have a coupon rate of 3%. Which of the following is TRUE?

The coupon rate of your bond will adjust to match the new market rates.

Your bond will no longer pay interest because the market conditions have changed.

The market value of your bond will likely decrease because newer bonds offer a higher coupon rate.

The market value of your bond will likely increase because newer bonds offer a lower coupon rate.

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Michael reviews his brokerage statement and sees the following two mutual fund investments that he made a year ago. ActiveFund20 had an average return (before fees) of 8.0% per year and an annual fee of 1%. PassiveFund500 had an average return (before fees) of 6.5% per year and an annual fee of 0.1%. Which investment had a better return for Michael (net of fees)?

Both investments had the same net return.

PassiveFund500, with a net return of 6.5%.

ActiveFund20, with a net return of 7.0%.

PassiveFund500, with a net return of 6.4%.