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Which of these would require a significant but temporary budget revision?

A
paying a recurring credit card bill
B
adopting a kitten from a shelter
C
replacing a broken dishwasher
D
purchasing a newly released movie
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When making a decision about housing, the first step should be

A
visiting different housing locations.
B
gathering information on available housing.
C
analyzing the availability of housing loans.
D
comparing the cost of housing alternatives.
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A
net
B
gross
4

What is an advantage of renting a place to live?

A
lower up-front costs
B
payments change from month to month
C
low down payment
D
increasing equity over time
5

Which budgeting questions should Sara ask when deciding whether to rent or buy a house? Check all that apply.

A
Do I have enough money saved for a down payment?
B
How much can I afford to pay each month?
C
What are the advantages of buying or renting?
D
How many rooms does the new home have?
E
Which real estate agent should I hire?
6

The chart compares transportation options.

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A
the up-front cost
B
the monthly payments
C
the length of payments
D
the cost of insurance and gas
7

Which is the most important consideration when deciding to purchase or lease a vehicle?

A
all current monthly expenditures
B
the amount of cash saved
C
the cost of gas and insurance
D
all monthly car payments
8

What is the most acceptable and easy way to revise a budget to allow for the purchase of a new couch?

A
Cancel renters' insurance.
B
Skip a car payment for a few months.
C
Advertise for a roommate to reduce rent.
D
Cook dinners at home instead of going out to eat.
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A
spending
B
saving
C
paying

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