Quick quiz of the week's news #20

QUICK QUIZ

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How much do you remember about some of this week's key stories?

1. The Isa limit will increase in line with inflation to what in 2014/15? a) £11,880 b) £11,520 c) £11,350 Read the story here 2. Spouses and civil partners will be able to transfer £1,000 of their income tax personal allowance to their partners under plans unveiled by Chancellor George Osborne. How much will eligible couples save? a) £100 b) £200 c) £500 Read the story here 3. Stamp duty on exchange traded funds will be abolished from April 2014. How much do providers currently pay on purchased shares? a) 0.5% b) 0.75% c) 1% Read the story here 4. GDP expectations for this year...

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