Financial Literacy

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What is a discount?

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An amount by which the regular price of an item is reduced.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3C

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What is the principal in finance?

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The original amount of money you borrow, deposit, or invest.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.3

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True or False: Simple Interest can be something you earn if you are investing money.

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True

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CCSS.7.RP.A.3

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True or False: Simple Interest can be something you pay if you borrow money.

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True

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CCSS.7.RP.A.3

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If the cost of a meal is $36.50 and you plan to leave a 20% tip, what do you do after changing the percent to a decimal?

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Multiply the cost by the tip.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3C

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What is simple interest?

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A method of calculating the interest charged or earned on a principal amount over a period of time.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.3

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How do you calculate simple interest?

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Simple Interest = Principal x Rate x Time.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.3

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What does the term 'interest rate' refer to?

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The percentage at which interest is charged or earned on a principal amount.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.3

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What is a budget?

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

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CCSS.6.EE.B.8

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What is the difference between needs and wants?

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Needs are essential for survival, while wants are desires that enhance quality of life.

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CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.1