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Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs) and Retirement Planning Quiz

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#1

Which of the following is a tax-advantaged retirement account?

Traditional IRA
Explanation

Tax-advantaged retirement account

#2

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of contributing to an IRA?

High liquidity
Explanation

Not a benefit of IRA contributions

#3

What is the maximum contribution limit for a Traditional IRA in 2023 (for individuals under 50 years old)?

$6,000
Explanation

Maximum contribution limit for 2023

#4

Which of the following is NOT a penalty-free withdrawal from a Traditional IRA before age 59½?

Vacation expenses
Explanation

Not a penalty-free withdrawal

#5

What is the primary difference between a Traditional IRA and a Roth IRA?

Tax treatment of contributions
Explanation

Difference in tax treatment

#6

Which of the following is TRUE about Roth IRA withdrawals?

Both contributions and earnings are always tax-free
Explanation

Tax treatment of withdrawals

#7

At what age can you start making penalty-free withdrawals from a Traditional IRA?

59½
Explanation

Age for penalty-free withdrawals

#8

What is the 'catch-up' contribution limit for individuals aged 50 and older for a Traditional IRA in 2023?

$1,000
Explanation

'Catch-up' contribution limit

#9

What is the penalty for failing to take required minimum distributions (RMDs) from a Traditional IRA once you reach the age of 72?

50% of the RMD amount
Explanation

Penalty for missing RMDs

#10

What happens if you contribute more than the allowable limit to your IRA in a given tax year?

The excess contribution is taxed and subject to a 6% penalty
Explanation

Penalty for excess contributions

#11

Which of the following individuals is NOT eligible to contribute to a Roth IRA?

A single individual with a modified adjusted gross income of $140,000
Explanation

Ineligible individual for Roth IRA contributions

#12

What is the penalty for early withdrawal (before age 59½) from a Roth IRA on earnings?

There is no penalty on earnings if certain conditions are met
Explanation

No penalty on earnings for early withdrawal under conditions

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