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Understanding Needs and Wants

Total questions: 10

Worksheet time: 5mins

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Class
Date
1.

What is the definition of a need?

a)

A need is a basic requirement essential for survival or well-being.

b)

A need is a luxury that enhances comfort.

c)

A need is a temporary desire for something.

d)

A need is an optional requirement for happiness.

2.

What is the definition of a want?

a)

A want is a basic necessity for survival.

b)

A want is a legal obligation to fulfill.

c)

A want is a requirement for basic education.

d)

A want is a desire for non-essential items or experiences.

3.

Give an example of a basic need.

a)

Entertainment

b)

Designer Cloths

c)

Transportation

d)

Food

4.

Why is it important to distinguish between needs and wants?

a)

It is important to distinguish between needs and wants to prioritize resources and make informed decisions.

b)

To eliminate all wants from personal life.

c)

To simplify the budgeting process without consideration of priorities.

d)

To increase consumer spending on luxury items.

5.

What are some strategies for making informed choices about needs and wants?

a)

Make decisions based on peer pressure

b)

Follow trends blindly

c)

Ignore personal preferences

d)

Identify needs vs. wants, assess value, budget, research options, and reflect on past choices.

6.

How can wants sometimes be mistaken for needs?

a)

Wants and needs are the same thing.

b)

Wants can be mistaken for needs when desires are prioritized over essential requirements.

c)

Needs are never influenced by personal desires.

d)

Wants are always more important than needs.

7.

Can a want ever become a need? Explain your answer.

a)

Yes, a want can become a need.

b)

A want can never become a need.

c)

Needs are always more important than wants.

d)

Wants and needs are the same thing.

8.

If you had $50, and you could either buy a school notebook (to help with homework) or a new video game, which would be a need and which would be a want?

a)

Need: Video Game

Want:Notebook

b)

Need: Notebook

Want:Video Game

c)

Both are Need

d)

Both are Want

9.

A new laptop for schoolwork would be a need if:

a)

A. You already have a working laptop

b)

B. You use it for homework and school projects

c)

C. You want the latest model

d)

D. It’s just a fun toy for games

10.

If you have enough food at home, which of the following would be a want?

a)

A. A snack from the store

b)

B. A glass of water

c)

C. A plate of vegetables

d)

D. A meal for lunch