Banking: How to Manage Your Money Answers

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From what part of income should someone take savings?

A
what otherwise would be fixed expenses
B
gross income, before other deductions
C
what otherwise would be discretionary income
D
gross income, along with other deductions
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To create a balanced budget, one must make sure to

A
spend as little as possible.
B
pay credit card payments first.
C
spend less than or equal to income.
D
pay off debts first.
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What effect would a tax increase have on income?

A
It would reduce gross income.
B
It would not affect net income.
C
It would increase net income.
D
It would not affect gross income.
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When creating a budget, log fixed expenses

A
before income.
B
after income.
C
after savings.
D
at the top.
5

Which is an example of an income deduction?

A
an unexpected salary cut
B
wages lost due to illness
C
vacation budget
D
retirement savings
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Kerry knows that a new car is in her future.Which would be the best strategy to help her accomplish this goal?

A
contribute to a savings account
B
give up paying for health insurance
C
stop paying the full amount of rent
D
apply for and open a new credit card
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A short-term financial goal might include saving for

A
a down payment on a house.
B
a piece of furniture.
C
a child’s college fund.
D
one’s retirement.
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Look at this monthly budget.Monthly Budget

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A
Add to fixed expenses.
B
Decrease food expenses.
C
Reduce rent payments.
D
Increase total income.
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Mindy wants to save money to buy a new couch.Which would be the best strategy for her to accomplish her goal?

A
adopt a dog from a shelter
B
stop paying her credit card bill
C
decrease the budget for basic food needs
D
forgo watching movies online or in the theater
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A
variable
B
fixed
C
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