Budget

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What is the first step in creating a budget?

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Know your income.

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What is the first consideration to start the budgeting process?

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Set financial goals.

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What do we call an expense that cannot be cut from your budget to save money?

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Need.

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CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

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What type of expense is groceries considered if it varies each month?

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Variable expense.

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What are mortgage payments and car payments examples of?

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Fixed expenses.

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What is a budget?

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A plan that outlines expected income and expenses over a specific period.

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Why is it important to set financial goals when budgeting?

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It provides direction and motivation for managing finances.

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What is the difference between fixed and variable expenses?

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Fixed expenses remain constant each month, while variable expenses can change.

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What is discretionary spending?

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Non-essential expenses that can be adjusted or eliminated.

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How can tracking expenses help in budgeting?

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It allows individuals to see where their money goes and identify areas to cut back.