The true statement about credit cards is: You can run up huge debts if you don’t pay the balance off quickly.
Here's a breakdown of the other statements:
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They are issued by networks such as Visa. (False) – Credit cards are issued by banks or financial institutions, and Visa is a payment network, not the issuer.
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They usually charge a lower interest rate than debit cards. (False) – Debit cards do not charge interest because you are using your own money. Credit cards generally have higher interest rates.
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When you use one, the money is taken directly from your bank account. (False) – When you use a credit card, you are borrowing money from the credit card issuer, not taking it directly from your bank account.