Investments

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Here's how Investments aligns with curriculum standards in Council for Economic Education . Use the filters to change the location, set of standards, and grade level.

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Defined by National Standards 8th Grade and align with Investments

8-2a: Define common types of financial assets.

8-3a: Compare corporate and government bonds.

8-5a: Explain the concept of investment diversification both within and among different asset classes.

8-6a: Compare rates of return on different types of investments and order them by risk.

8-4b: Explain the potential risks and rewards of investing in corporate stock.

8-5b: Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of investing in a diversified stock or bond mutual fund versus individual stocks and bonds.

8-6b: Identify investments that would be most appropriate for people who are uncomfortable with taking financial risk.

8-2c: Discuss how some financial assets can be harder to sell quickly (e.g. stocks traded on an exchange versus real estate).