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Which of the following is NOT a common feature of a financial institution?
Which of the following is NOT a common feature of a financial institution?
- Access to investment products
- Investment trading
- Access to investment advice
- All of the above (correct)
Which of the following statements about check cashing companies is TRUE?
Which of the following statements about check cashing companies is TRUE?
- They are regulated by the government
- They charge high fees (correct)
- They do not charge fees
- They offer competitive rates
Which of the following financial institutions typically have the highest fees?
Which of the following financial institutions typically have the highest fees?
- Check cashing and payday loan companies (correct)
- Credit unions
- Standard banks
- Savings banks
Which about check cashing companies is FALSE?
Which about check cashing companies is FALSE?
Which type of bank account typically offers the least (if any) interest?
Which type of bank account typically offers the least (if any) interest?
Savings accounts typically offer more interest than what type of accounts?
Savings accounts typically offer more interest than what type of accounts?
Which type of bank account is best for everyday transactions?
Which type of bank account is best for everyday transactions?
A savings account that compounds interest daily will earn a higher return than a savings account that pays simple interest daily.
A savings account that compounds interest daily will earn a higher return than a savings account that pays simple interest daily.
Which savings account will earn you the most money?
Which savings account will earn you the most money?
Which savings account will earn you the least money?
Which savings account will earn you the least money?
Why is it important to reconcile your bank statements?
Why is it important to reconcile your bank statements?
How can you avoid spending more than what is in your bank account?
How can you avoid spending more than what is in your bank account?
How could you reconcile your bank account to avoid spending more than you have?
How could you reconcile your bank account to avoid spending more than you have?
What should you do before you withdraw money from the ATM?
What should you do before you withdraw money from the ATM?
What should you do before you approach an ATM?
What should you do before you approach an ATM?
What should you do before you use an ATM?
What should you do before you use an ATM?
Which of the following statements about savings accounts is FALSE?
Which of the following statements about savings accounts is FALSE?
Which of the following statements about savings accounts is FALSE?
Which of the following statements about savings accounts is FALSE?
Which of the following statements about savings accounts is FALSE?
Which of the following statements about savings accounts is FALSE?
If there is a mistake on your bank account, you should contact your financial institution immediately.
If there is a mistake on your bank account, you should contact your financial institution immediately.
If there is a mistake on one of your bank accounts, who should you contact to resolve the issue?
If there is a mistake on one of your bank accounts, who should you contact to resolve the issue?
If there is an issue with your bank statements or account balance, who should you contact to resolve the issue?
If there is an issue with your bank statements or account balance, who should you contact to resolve the issue?
Your financial institution can't help you if there is a mistake on your bank account statement.
Your financial institution can't help you if there is a mistake on your bank account statement.
Which of the following statements about investing is TRUE?
Which of the following statements about investing is TRUE?
Investing is best for________.
Investing is best for________.
Which of the following statements about investing is FALSE?
Which of the following statements about investing is FALSE?
A stock is______.
A stock is______.
A _______ is a share of ownership in a company.
A _______ is a share of ownership in a company.
A mutual fund is ___________.
A mutual fund is ___________.
Which of the following statements about stocks is TRUE?
Which of the following statements about stocks is TRUE?
Study Notes
Financial Institutions
- Common features of financial institutions exclude access to investment products, trading, and investment advice.
- Check cashing companies typically charge high fees.
- Check cashing and payday loan companies usually have the highest financial fees.
- Misconceptions about check cashing companies include the belief that they charge low fees.
Bank Accounts
- Checking accounts generally offer the least interest, if any.
- Savings accounts yield more interest compared to checking accounts.
- The best type of bank account for everyday transactions is a checking account.
- A savings account that compounds interest daily will yield a higher return than one with simple interest.
- The most profitable savings account is one that compounds interest daily, while the least profitable earns simple interest monthly.
Account Management and Reconciliation
- Reconciling bank statements is crucial to avoid overspending, detect errors, and identify potential fees.
- Keeping personal records is advised to compare with bank records and avoid discrepancies.
- It is important to check the ATM for tampering and survey the surroundings before approaching one.
Savings Accounts Facts
- Savings accounts have a limited number of withdrawals each month.
- They often require a minimum balance.
- Savings accounts typically pay interest on deposited funds.
Error Resolution
- Immediate contact with the financial institution is essential if a bank account mistake occurs.
- The bank is the appropriate point of contact for issues regarding statements or account balances.
- Misconceptions include the belief that financial institutions cannot assist with mistakes on account statements, which is false.
Investing Basics
- Investing involves greater risk compared to keeping money in savings accounts.
- Best suited for long-term goals, such as retirement.
- Investment growth is not guaranteed, contrary to a common misconception.
- A stock represents ownership in a company.
- A mutual fund is defined as an investment that includes a mix of various types of investments.
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Test your knowledge of banking concepts with this flashcard quiz. Each card focuses on the common features of financial institutions, challenging you to identify which options are not typical. Prepare to enhance your understanding of banking fundamentals.
