Real-Life Money Management
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Objective
I can create a realistic budget and adjust it based on simulated real-life financial scenarios at different stations.
Part 1 of 3
Warm-up video
Unknown Channel · 5:00
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Part 2 of 3
Practice
6 questions
Regarding the 50/30/20 rule for budgeting as described in the video, give an example of a "need," a "want," and a "saving/investment" for a teenager.
Describe a situation where you might need to adjust your budget. What factors would you consider when making these adjustments?
Part 3 of 3
Exit ticket
Quick comprehension check
“Create a budget for someone who earns $150 per month using the 50/30/20 rule. Then, imagine they unexpectedly have to spend $20 on school supplies. Adjust the budget to reflect this new expense, explaining which category you reduced and why. Create a budget for someone who earns $250 per month using the 50/30/20 rule. Then, imagine they get a raise and now earn $300 per month. Adjust the budget to reflect this new income, explaining how you allocated the extra money. Create a budget for someone who earns $100 per month using the 50/30/20 rule. Then, imagine their phone bill increases by $10 per month. Adjust the budget to reflect this new expense, explaining which category you reduced and why.”
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