Question 1

Trends in the number of workers contributing to the Social Security system and the number of workers drawing benefits from the system suggest that future generations will

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A)   have more frequent cost-of-living adjustments.
B)   see significant improvements in the level of benefits.
C)   face a later retirement age in order to qualify for full Social Security benefits.
D)   not be allowed to invest in private pension plans.E) A) and B)
F) All of the above

Question 2

Fixed annuities have become much more popular than variable annuities.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

A contract that calls for regular payments to an individual for life or for a fixed period of time is called a(n)

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A)   annuity.
B)   fixed dividend plan.
C)   mutual fund.
D)   level premium agreement.E) C) and D)
F) B) and D)

Question 4

A Roth IRA offers employees an incentive to save for their retirement by

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A)   deferring taxes on income contributed to the IRA.
B)   eliminating taxes on the withdrawals from the IRA.
C)   eliminating taxes on the income contributed to the IRA.
D)   allowing employers to match the employee's contribution to the IRA.E) None of the above
F) C) and D)

Question 5

Which of the following is a form of term insurance that guarantees fixed premiums for the life of the policy?

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A)   universal life insurance
B)   planned annuity life insurance
C)   declining coverage, fixed payment insurance
D)   multiyear level-premium insuranceE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 6

Everything else constant, the higher the deductible on your car insurance policy, the higher the premium for your car insurance.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Most people find it relatively easy to live frugally.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

The best way to invest in a 401(k) plan is to use all of the money to buy stock in the company where you work.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

One step toward the goal of taking control of your finances is to keep track of all your expenses.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

The greatest return over a period of several years is likely to be earned by investing in a

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A)   small home in a great location.
B)   savings account in a bank.
C)   large home in a deteriorating neighborhood.
D)   moderate size home in a rural setting.E) All of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 11

The key to generating enough capital for investment for many individuals is to

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A)   obtain as many credit cards as possible in order to maximize spending power.
B)   live frugally.
C)   borrow money from friends and family.
D)   buy only high-quality consumer goods.E) A) and C)
F) All of the above

Question 12

Terrence is in the 30% tax bracket. What is the after-tax cost of a $3,000 contribution to his traditional IRA account?

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A)   $900
B)   $1,440
C)   $2,100
D)   zeroE) All of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 13

Once they've accumulated enough money, buying a low-priced home is often a good investment for young adults.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

After marriage, one great financial strategy is to live on one income and to save the other.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

IRAs, 401(k), and Keogh plans all include incentives to encourage saving for retirement.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

An individual retirement account (IRA) is a tax-deferred investment plan that encourages workers to save for retirement.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Investors who desire a very stable and predictable income from their investments (such as people who are nearing retirement) would be reluctant to invest heavily in the stock market.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Withdrawals from a traditional IRA prior to the age of 59½ are

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A)   tax deferred until you reach 65 years of age.
B)   tax-free.
C)   normally subject to a penalty and taxes on the income that is withdrawn from the IRA.
D)   subject to a possible denial after review by the Internal Revenue Service.E) B) and C)
F) B) and D)

Question 19

The death benefits of a variable life insurance policy vary depending upon the performance of the investment.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Connor is worried that his health may soon deteriorate to the point where he will no longer be able to take care of his own finances. One way he could ease his mind would be to

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A)   name an executor to his will.
B)   prepare a durable power of attorney.
C)   transfer title to all of his real estate and financial assets to a relative he trusts.
D)   invest all of his financial assets into a Keogh plan.E) C) and D)
F) A) and D)

Exam 24: Managing Personal Finances

Trends in the number of workers contributing to the Social Security system and the number of workers drawing benefits from the system suggest that future generations will

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Once they've accumulated enough money, buying a low-priced home is often a good investment for young adults.

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Fixed annuities have become much more popular than variable annuities.

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Everything else constant, the higher the deductible on your car insurance policy, the higher the premium for your car insurance.

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Most people find it relatively easy to live frugally.

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Terrence is in the 30% tax bracket. What is the after-tax cost of a $3,000 contribution to his traditional IRA account?

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An individual retirement account (IRA) is a tax-deferred investment plan that encourages workers to save for retirement.

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A contract that calls for regular payments to an individual for life or for a fixed period of time is called a(n)

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A Roth IRA offers employees an incentive to save for their retirement by

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Connor is worried that his health may soon deteriorate to the point where he will no longer be able to take care of his own finances. One way he could ease his mind would be to

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The key to generating enough capital for investment for many individuals is to

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Withdrawals from a traditional IRA prior to the age of 59½ are

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After marriage, one great financial strategy is to live on one income and to save the other.

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Which of the following is a form of term insurance that guarantees fixed premiums for the life of the policy?

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The greatest return over a period of several years is likely to be earned by investing in a

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One step toward the goal of taking control of your finances is to keep track of all your expenses.

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IRAs, 401(k), and Keogh plans all include incentives to encourage saving for retirement.

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The death benefits of a variable life insurance policy vary depending upon the performance of the investment.

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The best way to invest in a 401(k) plan is to use all of the money to buy stock in the company where you work.

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Investors who desire a very stable and predictable income from their investments (such as people who are nearing retirement) would be reluctant to invest heavily in the stock market.

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