Question

question 40 (multiple choice worth 4 points)
(06.07 lc)

which of the following is a disadvantage to buying something on credit?

you may get protection for cash purchases that are lost, damaged, or stolen.
buying anything on credit will damage your credit rating.
interest adds to the amount borrowed, increasing the debt.
paying for things on credit will hurt the economy by taking money out of circulation.

Explanation:

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The question asks to identify a disadvantage of buying something on credit.

Evaluate the options

Using the Personal Credit knowledge point:

• Option 1: "You may get protection for cash purchases that are lost, damaged, or stolen." This describes a potential benefit (purchase protection), not a disadvantage.
• Option 2: "Buying anything on credit will damage your credit rating." This is incorrect because responsible credit use can actually build and improve your credit rating.
• Option 3: "Interest adds to the amount borrowed, increasing the debt." This is a primary disadvantage of credit, as unpaid balances accrue interest, making the total cost higher.
• Option 4: "Paying for things on credit will hurt the economy by taking money out of circulation." This is economically incorrect; credit use generally increases immediate spending and economic activity.

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<mcq-correct>Interest adds to the amount borrowed, increasing the debt.</mcq-correct>
<mcq-option>Paying for things on credit will hurt the economy by taking money out of circulation.</mcq-option>
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Evaluate the options

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• Option 1: "You may get protection for cash purchases that are lost, damaged, or stolen." This describes a potential benefit (purchase protection), not a disadvantage.
• Option 2: "Buying anything on credit will damage your credit rating." This is incorrect because responsible credit use can actually build and improve your credit rating.
• Option 3: "Interest adds to the amount borrowed, increasing the debt." This is a primary disadvantage of credit, as unpaid balances accrue interest, making the total cost higher.
• Option 4: "Paying for things on credit will hurt the economy by taking money out of circulation." This is economically incorrect; credit use generally increases immediate spending and economic activity.

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