Economic Boom and Panic Phases Quiz
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Which element in the 5Cs Framework refers to the potential borrower's payment habits?

  • Character (correct)
  • Capacity
  • Condition
  • Capital

What does box A in Figure 5.1 represent about a borrower?

  • Poor payment habits and good ability to repay
  • Poor payment habits and poor ability to repay
  • Good payment habits and poor ability to repay
  • Good payment habits and good ability to repay (correct)

In credit risk assessment, what is 'Condition' in the 5Cs Framework most likely referring to?

  • Borrower's capacity to repay
  • External economic conditions affecting borrower (correct)
  • Borrower's collateral provided
  • Borrower's behavioral attributes

Which of the following is NOT one of the 5Cs Framework elements?

<p>Curiosity (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should the credit officer follow to propose the appropriate credit risk management strategy?

<p>The 5Cs Framework (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

During Phase B, what indicates the boom conditions in the economy?

<p>Excess demand rapidly building up (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What key characteristic does 'Capital' in the 5Cs Framework refer to?

<p>Borrower's financial reserves (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

'Certificate in Credit - The 5Cs Credit Risk Assessment Framework' details how many elements that credit officers should consider?

<p>5 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of Phase C in the economic cycle?

<p>Panic selling of assets (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which phase do surviving businesses focus on 'housekeeping'?

<p>Phase D (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

'Collateral' in the 5Cs Framework is most closely related to which aspect of credit assessment?

<p>'Ability' (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What industry is mentioned as being more susceptible to the effects of a recession?

<p>Construction (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What kind of economic environment do companies and investors with cash positions capitalize on during Phase D?

<p>Weak market (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which industry is likely to have a more challenging time securing loans during a recession?

<p>Construction (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What typically happens in the construction industry during an economic recession?

<p>Abandoned projects and severe unemployment (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common outcome among weak competitors during Phase D of the economic cycle?

<p>Liquidation and closure (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of 'character' in credit assessment?

<p>It includes attributes like integrity, responsibility, honesty, and discretion. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does a borrower's lack of responsibility pose a risk to the lending bank?

<p>It indicates the borrower's potential to default on obligations. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the character of a well-run company typically reflect in credit assessment?

<p>It indicates strong moral values of senior management. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What values are expected from borrowers to possess in the context of character assessment?

<p>Integrity and responsibility. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does a borrower's record of poor behavior affect credit risk?

<p>It raises credit risk. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are traditional values like integrity and responsibility important in credit assessment?

<p>Because they help in assessing character and reliability. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what way do positive attributes like being genuine and honest influence credit assessment?

<p>They raise the risk to the lending bank. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a borrower's lack of prudent behavior indicate in credit assessment?

<p>A higher risk to the lending bank (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of traits does a credit officer hope to uncover when assessing the character of a loan applicant?

<p>Ethical behavior and trustworthiness (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can a loan be justified when loan repayment arises from uncertain future cash flows?

<p>By conducting a thorough risk assessment (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Do you agree with the statement that 'Capital reflects commitment'? Explain.

<p>Partially agree, capital is one aspect of commitment (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does collateral serve the purpose of protecting a loan?

<p>By securing an asset that can be used as repayment in case of default (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is cash flow considered a component of capacity in the 5C Framework?

<p>To evaluate the borrower's ongoing ability to generate income (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes the product life cycle from the economic cycle in the context of making effective loans?

<p>Product life cycle involves market introduction, growth, maturity, decline; economic cycle involves boom, recession, recovery phases (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what way is collateral considered a safe source of loan repayment?

<p>Collateral reduces the risk for lenders by offering an asset as security against default (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key reason why lenders are likely to avoid lending to the construction sector in a recessionary environment?

<p>Uncertainty about when the environment will stabilize and recover. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential risk of lending at the decline stage of an industry's life cycle?

<p>Higher risk of impaired loans. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes the growth stage of an industry's life cycle?

<p>Viable industry showing signs of growth and strong profits. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which products are likely to be considered 'sunset products' according to the text?

<p>Greeting cards and facsimile machines. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are businesses likely to spend significant amounts on new investments and product promotion during the pioneering development phase?

<p>To reduce risks associated with new ventures. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In a recession, why do rice milling and food-processing businesses recover faster compared to the construction sector?

<p>Due to uncertainty in the construction sector's stability. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens to sustainability of sales revenue, cash flows, and profitability as an industry life cycle reaches its sunset phase?

<p>They become at risk. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common outcome for businesses that participate early in sunrise industries according to the text?

<p>Large payoffs and rewards. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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