Question 1

What is the primary purpose of filing for bankruptcy?

Accepted Answer

To obtain relief from debt

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To hide assets from creditors

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To acquire more debt

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To receive a loan

Question 2

Which type of bankruptcy is often referred to as 'liquidation'?

Accepted Answer

Chapter 7 bankruptcy

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Chapter 13 bankruptcy

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Chapter 12 bankruptcy

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Chapter 11 bankruptcy

Question 3

What is a consequence of declaring bankruptcy?

Accepted Answer

A significant impact on credit score

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Guaranteed loan approval

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Immediate wealth increase

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Permanent removal of all debts

Question 4

What must individuals do before filing for Chapter 13 bankruptcy?

Accepted Answer

Complete credit counseling

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Sell all their assets

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File a lawsuit

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Acquire a new credit card

Question 5

Which of the following is a common myth about bankruptcy?

Accepted Answer

Bankruptcy will ruin your credit forever

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Bankruptcy erases all types of debt

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You will go to jail for filing bankruptcy

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You cannot own property after bankruptcy

Question 6

What is the difference between Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy?

Accepted Answer

Chapter 7 involves liquidation, while Chapter 13 involves repayment plans

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Chapter 7 is only for businesses, Chapter 13 is for individuals

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Chapter 7 lasts longer than Chapter 13

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Chapter 7 requires no income verification, Chapter 13 does

Question 7

What type of bankruptcy is typically filed by individuals in the United States?

Accepted Answer

Chapter 7 bankruptcy

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Chapter 13 bankruptcy

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Chapter 11 bankruptcy

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Chapter 5 bankruptcy

Question 8

Which chapter of bankruptcy allows for a repayment plan over a period of time?

Accepted Answer

Chapter 13 bankruptcy

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Chapter 12 bankruptcy

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Chapter 7 bankruptcy

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Chapter 11 bankruptcy

Question 9

What is a common misconception about bankruptcy?

Accepted Answer

It erases all types of debt

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It allows unlimited borrowing

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It never impacts your credit history

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It is a way to get rich quickly

Question 10

What happens to a person's assets when they file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy?

Accepted Answer

They may be sold to pay creditors

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They become tax-deductible

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They are transferred to the government

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They are automatically forgiven

Question 11

What is the process called that allows businesses to reorganize and keep operating while paying off their debts?

Accepted Answer

Chapter 11 bankruptcy

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Chapter 13 bankruptcy

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Chapter 7 bankruptcy

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Insolvency procedure

Question 12

What is the 'automatic stay' in bankruptcy proceedings?

Accepted Answer

A legal halt to all collection activities

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A type of bankruptcy plan

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A court hearing for creditors

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A requirement for all debtors

Question 13

Which type of debt is typically NOT discharged in bankruptcy?

Accepted Answer

Student loans

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Medical bills

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Personal loans

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Credit card debt

Question 14

What is one benefit of filing for Chapter 13 bankruptcy?

Accepted Answer

Protection against foreclosure

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No credit score impact

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Access to new loans

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Immediate debt forgiveness

Question 15

What is one of the main reasons individuals file for bankruptcy?

Accepted Answer

Medical expenses

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Getting a new job

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Winning the lottery

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Starting a business

Question 16

What is the impact of bankruptcy on a person's credit report?

Accepted Answer

It can remain for up to 10 years

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It only lasts for 1 year

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It has no impact on credit

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It improves credit instantly

Question 17

What does 'liquidation' mean in the context of Chapter 7 bankruptcy?

Accepted Answer

Selling off assets to pay creditors

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Transferring debts to another person

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Forgiving all debts without payment

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Keeping all assets without payments

Question 18

What is the role of a bankruptcy trustee?

Accepted Answer

To oversee the bankruptcy process

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To provide loans to debtors

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To cancel all debts automatically

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To represent creditors only

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