Understanding Paychecks and Taxes

Understanding Paychecks and Taxes

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Social Studies

10th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a check for salary or wages made out to an employee called?

Back

Paycheck

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What term describes the deposit of funds electronically into a bank account rather than through a physical paper check?

Back

Direct Deposit

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a piece of paper or digital record that shows the amount of money earned and the amount removed for deductions and taxes?

Back

Pay Stub

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the amount of money you receive in your paycheck after taxes and other deductions are taken out?

Back

Net Pay

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What provides benefits for retired workers and people with disabilities, and their dependents and spouses?

Back

Social Security

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What reduces how much income tax an employer deducts from an employee’s paycheck? Options: FICA Tax, Withholding Allowance, Payroll Deduction, Direct Deposit

Back

Withholding Allowance

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a person that requires financial support from you, like a child, called?

Back

Dependent

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