Assessing & Securing Credit Quiz
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Assessing & Securing Credit Quiz

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What is the main factor that makes up 35% of the credit score?

Credit payment history

What is the purpose of the Equal Credit Opportunity Act (ECOA)?

To ensure fair access to credit and prohibit discriminatory practices

What is the purpose of credit insurance?

To ensure that all credit payments will continue to be made in unforeseen circumstances

What is the range of Vantage Score, created as an alternative to the FICO scoring system?

<p>501 to 990</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should an individual do if they find inaccurate information in their credit report?

<p>Send a letter to the credit bureau that issued the credit report</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of credit is provided for a short period, such as retail store credit?

<p>Non-installment credit</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of credit is provided for specific purchases, with interest charged on the amount borrowed?

<p>Installment credit</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary advantage of using credit for making large purchases?

<p>Ability to make large purchases</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the disadvantages of using credit according to the text?

<p>Excessive spending</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of credit allows individuals to make purchases instantly without carrying cash or writing checks?

<p>Revolving open-end credit</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of credit is provided up to a specified maximum amount based on income and credit history?

<p>Revolving open-end credit</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the primary advantages of using credit?

<p>Building a good credit history</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does non-installment credit refer to?

<p>Credit provided for a short period, such as retail store credit</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main disadvantage of using credit according to the text?

<p>Excessive spending</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of credit is provided for specific purchases, with interest charged on the amount borrowed?

<p>Installment credit</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of credit insurance?

<p>To provide financial security in case of unforeseen circumstances</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the Equal Credit Opportunity Act (ECOA) primarily aim to ensure?

<p>Access to fair credit and prohibition of discriminatory practices</p> Signup and view all the answers

What factor makes up the largest portion (35%) of the credit score?

<p>Credit history</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of credit bureaus mentioned in the text?

<p>To provide detailed records of credit transactions and calculate credit scores</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Vantage Score measure?

<p>The likelihood of repaying debt in a timely manner</p> Signup and view all the answers

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