@Becki

What is one of the main differences between a 401(k) and a Roth 401(k)?

A. They differ in the amount you can contribute at certain ages.
B. They differ in the minimum age an individual must be to withdraw money.
C. A Roth 401(k) is offered by banks, while a 401(k) is offered by an employer.
D. Contributions are taxed differently.

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@Becki 

What is one of the main differences between a 401(k) and a Roth 401(k)?

 		A.	They differ in the amount you can contribute at certain ages.
 		B.	They differ in the minimum age an individual must be to withdraw money.
 		C.	A Roth 401(k) is offered by banks, while a 401(k) is offered by an employer.
 		D.	Contributions are taxed differently.

anonymous · Answer

if i am not mistaken a roth ira you contribute with money that has already been taxed (i.e. money you get in a paycheck) whereas a 401k is contributed pre tax