Opening an Account

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Here's how Opening an Account 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 Opening an Account

8-3a: Compare and contrast different types of financial institutions and their products and services.

8-6a: Explain the importance of federal deposit insurance.

8-6b: Compare Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) and National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) insurance coverage limits for checking and savings accounts offered at financial institutions.