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What is most likely the reason variable expenses should be planned after fixed expenses?

A
Fixed expenses are deducted from gross income, and variable expenses come from net income.
B
Variable expenses are a necessary part of fixed expenses but can only be calculated after fixed expenses.
C
Variable expenses are almost always higher than fixed expenses and need a greater budget.
D
Fixed expenses are required and constant, but variable expenses are more flexible.
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A
variable
B
fixed
C
uncertain
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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
4

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.
5

Why is net income lower than gross income?

A
fixed spending
B
budgets
C
withholdings
D
discretionary spending
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A
actual
B
potential
C
likely
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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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