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Understanding Debt

A worksheet for grade 9 social studies students to understand different types of debt, its implications, and responsible borrowing practices.

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D2.Eco.1.9-12. Analyze how economic decisions affect individuals, households, and society.D2.Eco.3.9-12. Evaluate the costs and benefits of economic choices.

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Understanding Debt

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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. This worksheet will help you understand the concept of debt and its impact on individuals and the economy.

1. What is debt?

a

Money you have saved

b

Money owed to another party

c

Money you have invested

d

Money received as a gift

2. Which of the following is an example of secured debt?

a

Credit card debt

b

Student loan debt

c

Mortgage

d

Personal loan

3. The money borrowed is called the  .

4.   is the additional cost of borrowing money.

5. All debt is bad debt.

T

True

F

False

6. A good credit score can make it easier to borrow money in the future.

T

True

F

False

7. Explain the difference between good debt and bad debt, providing an example for each.

Use the words below to complete the sentences.

interest rate
principal
collateral
credit score

8. When applying for a loan, lenders often look at your   to assess your creditworthiness.

9. A high   means you will pay more to borrow money.