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Pre-Test 1. Semicolons, colons, and commas (BI)

Select True or False for each statement.

This activity contains 10 questions.

Question 1.
The following group of words is punctuated correctly:

Obtaining a credit card is a relatively easy matter, most credit card companies are eager to extend you credit.

   
 
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Question 2.
The following group of words is punctuated correctly:

A credit application typically requests the following information: income, monthly expenditures, savings, assets, and credit history.
   
 
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Question 3.
The following group of words is punctuated correctly:

Creditors prefer that you have a high level of cash inflows; a low level of cash outflows; a large amount of collateral; and a good credit history.
   
 
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Question 4.
The following group of words is punctuated correctly:

Credit cards offer several advantages. For example: you can purchase products and services without carrying a large amount of cash or a checkbook.
   
 
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Question 5.
The following group of words is punctuated correctly:

Normally, credit cards are not used for very large expenditures such as: cars, homes, or large boats.
   
 
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Question 6.
The following group of words is punctuated correctly:

However, they are very convenient for day-to-day purchases: meals at restaurants, gasoline, clothing, car repairs, and even groceries.
   
 
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Question 7.
The following group of words is punctuated correctly:

You can also use a credit card to obtain a cash advance, when you do so; you are responsible for paying back the amount you borrowed plus an interest charge.
   
 
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Question 8.
The following group of words is punctuated correctly:

As long as you pay off your balance each month, there is no finance charge; if you pay after the due date, however, the fees may be steep.

   
 
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Question 9.
The following group of words is punctuated correctly:

You receive a monthly statement with a list of purchases made with the credit card; enabling you to keep track of your spending.

   
 
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Question 10.
The following group of words is punctuated correctly:

In some cases, you also receive an annual statement that details expenses by category; this document can be useful in preparing your income tax return.
   
 
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