.Unit 4Passage 1There are different kinds of bank accounts. The most popular is the checking account. A checking account pays no interest but it has other advantages. Firstly, it enables people to keep their money in a safe place. Secondly, it allows them to withdraw their money at any time. Thirdly, it provides them with a cheque book so that they do not carry a large amount of cash with them.To open a checking account it is necessary to see the branch manager. He has to decide whe