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What type of expense is an example of the cost to drive to and from work?

A
a variable expense.
B
a fixed expense.
C
a short-term expense.
D
a discretionary expense.
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When should fixed and variable monthly budgeted expenses first be planned?

a
at the end of each month
d
day by day during the month
a
at the start of each month
a
at least twice per month
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To create a balanced budget, one must make sure to

s
spend as little as possible.
p
pay credit card payments first.
s
spend less than or equal to income.
p
pay off debts first.
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When a person invests income, he or she

A
spends no money in the short term and saves it all for the long term.
B
uses money in a way that will increase its value in the future.
C
spends income only on essential needs such as housing.
D
cuts out all discretionary spending for a set period to save money.
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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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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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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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A
actual
B
potential
C
likely

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