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 are things that are essential for survival, like shelter and food?

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Needs are essential items required for survival.

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What does it mean to put money aside for future needs or wants?

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To save means to set aside money for future use.

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CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

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Which type of tax is taken directly out of your paycheck?

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Payroll tax is deducted from your earnings to fund social security and Medicare.

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What is a machine that allows bank customers to deposit or withdraw money without visiting their bank?

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An ATM (automated teller machine) allows for cash withdrawals and deposits.

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What is the term for money that you earn from working?

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Income is the money received for work or services.

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CCSS.RI.4.3

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.3

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.3

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What do we call the money you spend on things you want but do not need?

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Wants are non-essential items that you desire.

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CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.1

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What is the process of using money to buy goods and services?

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Spending is the act of using money to purchase items.

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What is a budget?

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A budget is a plan for how to spend and save money.

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What is the difference between a debit card and a credit card?

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A debit card uses your own money from your bank account, while a credit card allows you to borrow money.