Which of these is a characteristic of certificates of deposit (CDs)?

Answer:
They last for a certain period of time
Explanation:
Typically Certificates of Deposit are offered if the set amount is deposited and kept through the stated amount of time. (The length of the CD can be anywhere from 18 months to 3 years [most popular]) When the money is removed short of the stated time period a penalty is taken from the value of the CD.