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1.
The Rule of 72 states that if you divide 72 by a given interest rate, you will learn how many years it will take for an investment to double. How long would it take for an investment with an interest rate of 4% to double?
18 years. Dividing 72 by 4 gives you 18.
2.
Which of the following are not tax-sheltered investments you can use to compound interest?
Municipal bonds. Tax-deferred retirement plans and deferred annuities provide compounding interest, but municipal bonds pay only simple interest. However, you can get the effect of compound interest with a municipal bond fund if you reinvest the dividends.
3.
A tax-sheltered account always protects your investment interest from taxes, even when you withdraw from it.
False. A tax-sheltered account lets interest grow within your account without taxes until it is withdrawn. Once it is withdrawn, it may be taxed.
4.
The amount of money you invest is called _______.
Principal. The invested amount of money is called principal.
5.
The _______ you invest your money, the _______ compounding can work for you.
Earlier / More. Compounding expands your money greatly over time.