6.14 Financial Literacy

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What is Financial Literacy?

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Financial Literacy is the ability to understand and effectively use various financial skills, including personal financial management, budgeting, and investing.

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Why is budgeting important?

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Budgeting is important because it helps individuals plan their spending, save for future goals, and avoid debt.

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What is a budget?

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

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CCSS.RI.5.3

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.3

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What does it mean to save money?

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Saving money means setting aside a portion of your income for future use, rather than spending it all.

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CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.3

CCSS.RI.7.5

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What is an expense?

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An expense is any cost incurred in the process of buying goods or services.

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What is income?

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Income is the money received, typically on a regular basis, for work or through investments.

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CCSS.RI.5.3

CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.3

CCSS.RI.7.5

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What is the difference between needs and wants?

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Needs are essential items required for survival (like food and shelter), while wants are non-essential items that enhance quality of life (like toys and luxury items).

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CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.6.2

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What is a savings account?

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A savings account is a bank account that earns interest on the money deposited and is used for saving money.

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What is interest?

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Interest is the cost of borrowing money or the earnings from saving money, usually expressed as a percentage.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.3

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What is a loan?

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A loan is a sum of money borrowed that is expected to be paid back with interest.

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CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5