Question 1

Keogh plans are intended to help small business owners save for retirement.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Brad and Tori are experiencing marriage difficulties regarding money. One technique to help them control and forecast their future financial situation, as well as allow them to achieve their financial goals, would be to prepare a(n)

Accepted Answer

A)   income statement.
B)   balance sheet.
C)   budget.
D)   asset inventory.E) C) and D)
F) B) and D)

Question 3

How does term insurance differ from whole life insurance? Describe the newer types of life insurance that have been offered in recent years.

Accepted Answer

Term life insurance offers pure insuranc...

Question 4

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) A) and D)
F) B) and D)

Question 5

In order to accumulate capital, young adults are likely to have to

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A)   accept a lifestyle that sacrifices some amenities.
B)   live beyond their means.
C)   rely on credit cards for basic purchases in order to conserve on cash.
D)   borrow funds from a bank.E) B) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 6

________ life insurance offers pure insurance protection for a given period of time.

Accepted Answer

A)   Term
B)   Temporary
C)   Managed premium
D)   Equity-basedE) All of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 7

Buying ________ is often an attractive strategy for young couples, since they can live in one unit and rent the other half to supplement their income, while taking tax deductions on interest and real estate taxes.

Accepted Answer

A)   a semiprivate housing unit
B)   a ranch apartment
C)   a biplex
D)   attached homesE) A) and C)
F) B) and C)

Question 8

A homeowner's insurance policy that includes a provision for ________ would provide the homeowner with enough cash to replace the items lost with new items.

Accepted Answer

A)   actual book value protection
B)   cash in lieu of coverage
C)   guaranteed replacement cost
D)   full collateral damage protectionE) A) and B)
F) All of the above

Question 9

During the first few years of a home mortgage, almost all the payments go for interest on the loan. This high interest is a reason it is better for young people to rent rather than buy.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Employees of small businesses can contribute to a Keogh plan.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Most people find it relatively easy to live frugally.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

The U.S. government provides several types of financial incentives to encourage people to attend college.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

A common purpose of a rider added to a homeowner's policy is to

Accepted Answer

A)   provide coverage for items that the standard policy does not cover.
B)   limit the insurance company's liability for certain types of losses.
C)   waive the provision that requires the owners to get a health exam.
D)   allow the policy holder to obtain health, disability, and auto insurance under their homeowner's plan.E) A) and D)
F) B) and D)

Question 14

Real estate taxes and mortgage interest payments are both

Accepted Answer

A)   expenses of home ownership on which the government levies a tax.
B)   tax deductible for renters.
C)   tax deductible for homeowners.
D)   taxable income for renters and homeowners.E) A) and B)
F) C) and D)

Question 15

The people who assist families in developing a comprehensive program that covers investments, taxes, insurance, and retirement plans are called

Accepted Answer

A)   insurance salespeople.
B)   financial planners.
C)   portfolio managers.
D)   stockbrokers.E) A) and B)
F) None of the above

Question 16

Whole life insurance premiums provide the insured with both pure insurance and a savings plan.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

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

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

________ is a form of life insurance that provides both a savings plan and pure insurance coverage.

Accepted Answer

A)   Term life insurance
B)   Growth-centered life insurance
C)   Whole life insurance
D)   Multiyear level-premium insuranceE) B) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 19

The three keys that have the greatest influence on how the value of your home increases over time are: (1) size (square feet), (2) age, and (3) design features.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Due to the high cost of the insurance premiums, many people have found that it makes financial sense to carry medical insurance only if their employer provides it.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 24: Appendix: Managing Personal Finances

The three keys that have the greatest influence on how the value of your home increases over time are: (1) size (square feet), (2) age, and (3) design features.

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Keogh plans are intended to help small business owners save for retirement.

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A homeowner's insurance policy that includes a provision for ________ would provide the homeowner with enough cash to replace the items lost with new items.

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Real estate taxes and mortgage interest payments are both

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Due to the high cost of the insurance premiums, many people have found that it makes financial sense to carry medical insurance only if their employer provides it.

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Most people find it relatively easy to live frugally.

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________ life insurance offers pure insurance protection for a given period of time.

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Employees of small businesses can contribute to a Keogh plan.

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The U.S. government provides several types of financial incentives to encourage people to attend college.

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Buying ________ is often an attractive strategy for young couples, since they can live in one unit and rent the other half to supplement their income, while taking tax deductions on interest and real estate taxes.

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

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A common purpose of a rider added to a homeowner's policy is to

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In order to accumulate capital, young adults are likely to have to

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Brad and Tori are experiencing marriage difficulties regarding money. One technique to help them control and forecast their future financial situation, as well as allow them to achieve their financial goals, would be to prepare a(n)

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How does term insurance differ from whole life insurance? Describe the newer types of life insurance that have been offered in recent years.

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The people who assist families in developing a comprehensive program that covers investments, taxes, insurance, and retirement plans are called

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________ is a form of life insurance that provides both a savings plan and pure insurance coverage.

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During the first few years of a home mortgage, almost all the payments go for interest on the loan. This high interest is a reason it is better for young people to rent rather than buy.

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Whole life insurance premiums provide the insured with both pure insurance and a savings plan.

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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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