Budgeting

14 November 2022
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An expense that is constant each month is called a __________ expense.
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fixed
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In order to stay on track for long term financial goals, money for emergency spending should be taken first from your
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discretionary money.
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Paying for transportation to and from work is an example of
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a variable expense.
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From what part of income should someone take savings?
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what otherwise would be discretionary income
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To change gross income, someone would need to
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earn more money.
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Why might variable expenses change a great deal at different times of year?
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Heating and cooling costs might vary considerably.
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Which is the best way to achieve long-term financial goals?
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Save more money from net income.
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In this budget, how much money is going toward optional expenses? (Discretionary spending)
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$70
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To create a balanced budget, one must make sure to
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spend as little as possible.
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Which is an example of an income deduction?
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retirement savings
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When a person invests income, he or she
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uses money in a way that will increase its value in the future.
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A short-term financial goal might include saving for
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a piece of furniture.
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Why is net income lower than gross income?
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withholdings
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When creating a budget, log fixed expenses
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after income.