Document Management and Shredding Decisions

In the video tutorial, Jen participates in a game called 'Keep or Toss,' where she decides whether to keep or discard various personal documents. The game involves five attempts, and Jen must make the correct decision three times to win a mystery prize. Throughout the game, Jen evaluates documents such as an ATM withdrawal slip, a monthly bank statement, blender-related materials, a pay stub, and a credit card statement. Each decision is followed by an explanation of the correct choice, providing insights into document retention practices. Ultimately, Jen wins the game and receives an eco-friendly paper shredder as her prize.

What is the main objective of the game 'Keep or Toss'?

• To shred all documents

• To collect as many documents as possible

• To correctly decide which documents to keep or toss

• To guess the mystery prize

Why is it unnecessary to keep ATM withdrawal slips indefinitely?

• They are not considered legal documents

• The transaction is reflected in your account

• They are automatically shredded by the bank

• They are too small to store

For how long should you keep monthly bank statements?

• Until the end of the month

• For the current year or longer if they include important expenses

• Indefinitely

• Only until the next statement arrives

What should you do with instruction manuals and warranty information for appliances?

• Toss them immediately

• Store them digitally and toss the paper copies

• Keep them as long as you own the appliance

• Only keep them for a year

Why did Jen decide to toss the pay stub from two years ago?

• It was a duplicate

• It was damaged

• It was no longer needed after checking against the W-2 form

• It was not her pay stub

What is a reason to keep a credit card statement that includes a major purchase?

• To serve as proof of payment in a warranty claim

• To use as a bookmark

• To recycle it later

• To show off to friends

How long should you keep documents related to tax deductions?

• Three years

• One year

• Seven years

• Indefinitely

What was the mystery prize Jen won?

• A cash prize

• A solar-powered paper shredder

• A new car

• A vacation trip

What feature does the mystery prize shredder have?

• It is voice-activated

• It is solar-powered and self-cleaning

• It can shred metal

• It can print documents

What is the purpose of the cross-cut shred style in the shredder?

• To make it easier to recycle

• To save space

• To provide added protection from identity thieves

• To make confetti