Ramsey Classroom Chapter 1 Test Flashcards
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What does personal finance encompass?

  • All financial decisions an individual or family must make (correct)
  • Only saving
  • Only budgeting
  • Only earning money

    • What is a consumer?

    A person or organization that uses a product or service.

    What does debt refer to?

    Money owed to another person or company.

    What does the term 'paycheck to paycheck' mean?

    <p>An expression used to describe a person or household whose monthly income is devoted to expenses and has little to no savings.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is credit?

    <p>The granting of a loan and the creation of debt; any form of deferred payment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an interest rate?

    <p>The percentage of principal charged by the lender for use of its money.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is a loan shark?

    <p>A person or entity that charges borrowers interest rates above an established legal rate.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is interest in finance?

    <p>Additional cost a lender charges for borrowing their money.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What constitutes a financial plan?

    <p>A plan of action that allows a person to meet their immediate needs and long-term goals.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is net worth defined?

    <p>The amount by which the value of a person's assets exceeds or falls behind the value of their liabilities.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an asset?

    <p>Anything that is owned by an individual, including money in the bank or investments.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a liability?

    <p>Financial debts or obligations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does positive net worth mean?

    <p>The dollar value of a person's assets is greater than the dollar value of their liabilities.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is negative net worth?

    <p>The dollar value of a person's liabilities is larger than the value of their assets.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is net income?

    <p>What a person earns after payroll taxes and other deductions are taken out; often referred to as take-home pay.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are expenses?

    <p>The cost of goods and services; money paid out.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is financial literacy?

    <p>The knowledge and skill base necessary for people to be informed consumers and manage their finances effectively.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Five Foundations include: 1. Save a $500 emergency fund, 2. Get out and stay out of debt, 3. Pay cash for your car, 4. Pay cash for college, 5. _____

    <p>Build wealth and give.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Personal finance is 20% _______ __________ and 80% ________.

    <p>head knowledge, behavior.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Personal Finance Concepts

    • Personal finance encompasses financial decisions that individuals or families make regarding earning, budgeting, saving, spending, and donating money over time.
    • Financial literacy is essential for managing finances effectively and being an informed consumer.

    Key Definitions

    • A consumer is anyone who utilizes a product or service, either as an individual or an organization.
    • Debt refers to the money borrowed that an individual or company is obligated to repay.

    Income and Financial Status

    • Living paycheck to paycheck describes individuals or households that spend their entire monthly income on expenses with little to no savings.
    • Net income is the amount earned after payroll taxes and deductions, commonly referred to as take-home pay.
    • Assets are owned items, such as bank funds or investments, while liabilities represent financial debts or obligations.

    Financial Metrics

    • Net worth is the difference between an individual's total assets and liabilities; it can be classified as positive or negative.
      • Positive net worth indicates that assets exceed liabilities.
      • Negative net worth means liabilities are greater than assets.

    Borrowing and Interest

    • Credit involves the provision of a loan that creates debt, encompassing any delayed payment agreement.
    • An interest rate is a lender's charge expressed as a percentage of the principal amount borrowed.
    • Interest represents the additional cost incurred for borrowing money.
    • A loan shark is an individual or entity that lends money at exorbitant interest rates beyond legal limits.

    Financial Planning

    • A financial plan serves as a strategic outline for meeting immediate financial needs and achieving long-term objectives.
    • Expenses are categorized as the monetary costs associated with purchasing goods and services.

    Foundations of Personal Finance

    • The Five Foundations for personal finance include:
      • Saving a $500 emergency fund.
      • Getting and staying out of debt.
      • Paying cash for vehicles.
      • Paying cash for college education.
      • Building wealth and contributing to charitable causes.

    Personal Finance Knowledge

    • Personal finance consists of 20% head knowledge (understanding financial concepts) and 80% behavior (application of knowledge in financial practices).

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    Test your knowledge of key terms from Chapter 1 of the Ramsey Classroom course. This quiz covers essential concepts related to personal finance, consumer behavior, and managing debt. Ideal for anyone looking to enhance their understanding of financial literacy.

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