Personal Financial Literacy

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What type of tax do you pay for items like Cheetos and soda?

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Sales tax is a tax paid on the purchase of goods and services.

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What is the term for money you receive before taxes are taken out?

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Gross income is the total amount of money earned before any deductions.

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What does ATM stand for?

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ATM stands for Automated Teller Machine, which allows bank customers to deposit or withdraw money.

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What is considered a 'need' in budgeting?

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A need is an essential expense, such as money to pay for your house.

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If Jan babysits for $7 each time, how many times does she need to babysit to save $35?

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Jan needs to babysit 5 times to save $35.

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What is net income?

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Net income is the amount of money you take home after taxes and deductions.

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What is a budget?

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A budget is a plan that outlines how much money you expect to earn and spend over a certain period.

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What is the purpose of saving money?

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Saving money helps you prepare for future expenses and emergencies.

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What is a bank?

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A bank is a financial institution that accepts deposits, offers loans, and provides other financial services.

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What is the difference between a want and a need?

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A want is something you desire but can live without, while a need is essential for survival.

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