Budgeting

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What is a benefit of using a budget? Options: Helps to keep track of the money you receive, Helps to prioritize your spending, Helps reach short- and long-term financial goals, All of the above

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All of the above

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What should NOT be considered when setting a current budget? Options: Your financial goals, Needs and wants, Savings, Future income

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Future income

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What are good places to look to find your current expenses when building your budget?

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Bank and credit statements

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Bank statements, credit statements, and records of cash expenses help you to estimate your ________.

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expenses

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CCSS.RI.11-12.3

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.8.3

CCSS.RI.9-10.3

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

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In addition to needs, what should you plan for first when creating a budget?

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Recurring expenses

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When should you look at recurring expenses in your budgeting process?

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Before reviewing your wants

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Ways to track your spending: Envelop method, Spreadsheet budget, An app, All of the above

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All of the above

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Which of the following is NOT a good way to track your spending?

• In your head
• Notebook and pencil
• Envelope Method
• Online software or app

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In your head

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Which of the following is NOT true about emergency funds?

• They are used for anything listed on the budget.
• They can keep you from borrowing money from friends and family.
• They help you prepare for unexpected expenses.
• They help remove the worry about expenses not in the budget.

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They are used for anything listed on the budget.

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CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

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Charitable donations, entertainment expenses, and financial goals are all examples of...

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things to consider when creating a budget.