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From what part of income should someone take savings?

w
what otherwise would be fixed expenses
g
gross income, before other deductions
w
what otherwise would be discretionary income
g
gross income, along with other deductions
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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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To change gross income, someone would need to

s
save more per month.
r
reduce deductions.
e
earn more money.
i
increase withholdings.
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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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Look at this monthly budget.Monthly Budget

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A
Add to fixed expenses.
D
Decrease food expenses.
R
Reduce rent payments.
I
Increase total 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.
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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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Why might variable expenses change a great deal at different times of year?

A
Heating and cooling costs might vary considerably.
B
Income taxes and withholdings may increase or decrease.
C
Car loan payments become higher in certain seasons.
D
Discretionary spending may rise when fixed expenses rise.
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Leo’s car broke down, and he must find money in his limited budget to pay the repair bill.Which of the following is the best solution for Leo to handle the unplanned spending?

A
Leo forgoes going out to dinner.
B
Leo forgoes paying the rent on his apartment.
C
Leo forgoes paying his water bill.
D
Leo forgoes paying his electricity bill.

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