Over the last 10 months, Marissa has set aside $7,500 in addition to her regular savings in order to buy a car. The car she wants to purchase is $9,000. She realizes that it is wise to keep the money in the bank since it is safer and she can earn interest. She should put the money in a _____.


Select the best answer from the choices provided.
checking account
savings account
money market account
certificate of deposit