Banking Pt. 2
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- Q1What is the benefit of direct deposits for employees?Direct deposits earn a higher rate of interestThe money is generally deposited in their checking account sooner than it would be if they had to deposit it in person.There is a small fee for the serviceThe danger of losing a paycheck is slightly reduced30s
- Q2What is a bank Certificate of Deposit?Certificate for deposits that are issued for half the face valueSavings instrument that requires a deposit for a period of time during which the saver can withdraw money from the plan at any time without a penaltySavings instrument that requires a deposit for a period of time during which there is a penalty for withdrawals.Cash deposit in a savings account that earns interest30s
- Q3Which type of financial institution does the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) insure?Credit unions.Brokerage firmsSavings banksCommercial banks30s
- Q4Are safe-deposit boxes free for accounts with large deposits?Available at all banksA free benefit for accounts with deposits starting at $50,000Convenient and accessible at any hour of the day or evening
No, they are not free for anyone but charge a yearly fee.
30s - Q5What condition allows a financial institution to continue paying out money for checks written by Ms. Sanchez?The financial institution has sufficient fundsShe uses checks from her checkbookShe maintains a good record of deposits and handles her account responsiblyThere is enough money in Ms. Sanchez's account to cover the amount of the checks.30s
- Q6What are money orders?A purchased certificate to pay a specified amount to a specific payee.Available for no fee at banks and retail storesDistributed by the Treasury DepartmentA certified check used to pay a specified amount to a specific payee30s
- Q7Why is it better to deposit money in a savings account than to keep it 'under the mattress'?Most savings accounts earn a guaranteed rate of interest.Money deposited in savings accounts are F.D.I.C. insured.Most savings accounts come with a free credit card.Money in a savings account can be accessed any time during the day or night.30s
- Q8What is the term used for putting money into a savings account?Making a withdrawalMaking a deposit.Balancing the accountVerifying the account30s
- Q9What is the best advice for someone writing a check for the first time?Use pencil to permit changes.Make the check payable to cash.make sure to sign the checkDate the check because it is usually proof of payment.30s
- Q10If a person makes a deposit of $10,000 or more into a bank account, the bank must notify which organization?US Treasury Department.State Banking Commission.Federal Reserve Board.Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC).30s
- Q11What is a benefit of safe-deposit boxes?Convenient and accessible at any hour of the day or eveningAvailable at all banksA free benefit for accounts with deposits starting at $50,000Safe and can be accessed only by the owner of the box30s
- Q12What is the best financial product for predictable income?Real estateStockCertificate of depositOption/future contract30s
- Q13What type of account typically requires a deposit for a specific period during which withdrawals come with a penalty?Cash deposit in a savings account that earns interestCertificate for deposits issued for half the face valueCertificate of Deposit.Savings instrument that requires a deposit for a period with no penalty30s
- Q14What should someone do if they find their checkbook balance does not match their bank's statement?Deposit sufficient funds to adjust the balance in the checkbook to match the bank's balanceDetermine that checks already written have cleared.Adjust the balance in the checkbook so it is the same as the bank's balanceNotify the bank in writing to adjust the statement.30s
- Q15What is the most liquid type of investment?A corporate bondA certificate of depositA money market account.Real estate holding30s