Standard C: Credit and Debt Management
Students in Wisconsin will make informed decisions about incurring debt and will manage indebtedness to remain both creditworthy and financially secure.
Students Will:
C.1 - Identify and evaluate credit products and services.
C.2 - Identify and compare sources of credit.
C.3 - Identify and evaluate interest rates, fees, and other charges.
C.4 - Interpret credit sources and reports.
C.5 - Calculate the cost of borrowing.
C.6 - Explain the rights and responsibilities of buyers and sellers under consumer protection laws.
C.7 - Understand how to leverage debt.
C.8 - Describe the implications of bankruptcy.
C.9 - Analyze the pros and cons of high cost alternative financial services.
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