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What term describes the strategy of spreading investments among different assets?
What term describes the strategy of spreading investments among different assets?
Bonds are generally considered riskier than stocks.
Bonds are generally considered riskier than stocks.
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What does ROI stand for?
What does ROI stand for?
Return on Investment
The interest you earn on interest is called ______.
The interest you earn on interest is called ______.
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Match the following terms with their correct definitions:
Match the following terms with their correct definitions:
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Study Notes
Investment Risk & Volatility
- Investment risk is the chance of losing money on investments
- Volatility is how much an investment's value changes (goes up and down)
Asset Classes & Investing Strategies
- Asset classes are the building blocks of investments
- Active investing involves constantly buying and selling investments to try to make money
- Passive investing is a strategy where you buy an investment and let it grow (e.g., a fund)
- Return on Investment (ROI) measures the profit compared to the initial investment
Commodities & Compound Interest
- Commodities are basic items like gold or oil that people trade
- Compound interest is interest earned on both the principal and previous interest
Inflation & Investment Planning
- Inflation is the increase in prices over time, causing money to lose value
- Investments are crucial for maintaining purchasing power during inflation
Bonds & Stocks
- Bonds offer safe, steady returns but don't grow much
- Stocks offer higher potential returns but are riskier due to price fluctuations
Short-Term vs. Long-Term Goals
- Short-term goals prioritize safety, using savings accounts or bonds
- Long-term goals can involve more risk, like stocks, potentially for higher returns
Saving, Investing, Speculating
- Saving is keeping money for emergencies in a safe place
- Investing involves putting money into things that grow over time (like stocks)
- Speculation involves risky investments with the potential for quick gains (e.g., Bitcoin)
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Description
This quiz covers essential concepts related to investment risk, volatility, asset classes, and different investing strategies. Understand the impact of inflation, compound interest, and the characteristics of bonds and stocks. Test your knowledge on how to effectively plan investments in various market conditions.
