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Grade 9 Mathematics Quiz: Financial Literacy

Instructions

Please read each question carefully and provide your answer in the space provided. This quiz covers various aspects of financial literacy, including budgeting, saving, interest rates, and investment.


Questions

  1. What is a budget, and why is it important for managing personal finances?
    Provide a brief definition and explain its significance in daily life.

  2. Calculate the future value of an investment of $1,000 after 3 years with an annual interest rate of 5%, compounded annually. What will the investment be worth at the end of that period?
    (Use the formula for compound interest: ( A = P(1 + r)^n ), where ( A ) is the amount of money accumulated after n years, including interest; ( P ) is the principal amount; ( r ) is the annual interest rate; ( n ) is the number of years.)

  3. List four types of bank accounts and identify which one typically earns the highest interest.
    Provide your answer in the format of a list.

  4. What is the primary purpose of credit, and what are the potential risks associated with its misuse?
    Discuss briefly what credit is used for and the consequences of poor credit management.

  5. Explain what a credit score is and what factors can influence it.
    Discuss the significance of a credit score in personal finance.

  6. What is the difference between a savings account and a chequing account?
    Describe each account type and mention their primary uses.

  7. Define what an RRSP (Registered Retirement Savings Plan) is and explain one of its key benefits.
    Provide an explanation of RRSPs in the context of Canadian financial planning.

  8. List four different types of investments and indicate which one is considered the riskiest.
    Provide your answer in the format of a list.

  9. What is inflation, and how can it impact personal savings over time?
    Describe inflation and its effects on purchasing power.

  10. Explain the concept of 'paying yourself first' when it comes to personal finance.
    Discuss what this concept entails and its impact on saving habits.


Submission

Please ensure your quiz is completed and submitted by the deadline. Good luck!