ECONOMICS (CBSE/UGC NET)

ECONOMICS

SAVING AND INVESTING

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
An account that pays interest on a specific sum of money that a person has deposited for a specific period of time. If withdrawn before that time, the bank imposes a penalty fee.
A
Savings Account
B
Certificate of Deposit (CD)
C
Checking Account
D
Money Market Account
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -If money is deposited in a savings bank account, banks allow a lower rate of interest. Therefore, money is deposited in a fixed deposit account to earn interest at a higher rate. This type of deposit account allows the deposit to be made of an amount for a specified period.

Detailed explanation-2: -A savings account is an interest-bearing deposit account held at a bank or other financial institution. Though these accounts typically pay a modest interest rate, their safety and reliability make them a great option for parking cash you want available for short-term needs.

Detailed explanation-3: -Savings account: A savings account allows you to accumulate interest on funds you’ve saved for future needs. Interest rates can be compounded on a daily, weekly, monthly, or annual basis. Savings accounts vary by monthly service fees, interest rates, and account features.

Detailed explanation-4: -A Certificate of Deposit (also known as a CD, COD, or Time Account) is a financial product that usually pays a fixed interest rate for a set period of time, ranging from a few months to several years.

Detailed explanation-5: -Answer and Explanation: The correct option is: B) Certificate of deposit (CD).

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