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What happens if you pay the minimum balance each month on your credit card?

A.
You will end up paying much more than the cost of the item you purchased.

B.
Your credit score will improve.

C.
Your interest rate will be reduced, making credit more affordable.

D.
You will not be able to purchase any more items.

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A.

If you only pay the minimum, most of your payment goes to interest and fees, so it can take years to pay off the balance and you will pay far more than the original purchase cost. (Paying at least the statement balance each month avoids interest and is better for costs and debt reduction.)