Saving and Investment Basics Quiz
Correct Answers and Explanations
Question 1: What is the main difference between saving and investing?
Correct: A) Saving is for short-term/low risk, investing is for long-term/higher risk
Explanation:
Saving is typically for short-term goals with low risk and low returns, while investing is for long-term wealth building with higher risk but higher potential returns.
Question 2: What is compound interest?
Correct: A) Interest earned on both principal and previously earned interest
Explanation:
Compound interest is when you earn interest on both your original principal and on previously earned interest. This creates exponential growth over time.