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When a person invests income, he or she

A
spends income only on essential needs such as housing.
B
spends no money in the short term and saves it all for the long term.
C
uses money in a way that will increase its value in the future.
D
cuts out all discretionary spending for a set period to save money.
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Which is the best way to achieve long-term financial goals?

A
Eliminate short-term financial goals.
B
Save more money from net income.
C
Spend less on mandatory expenses.
D
Increase discretionary expenditures.
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What type of expense is an example of the cost to drive to and from work?

A
a short-term expense.
B
a variable expense.
C
a fixed expense.
D
a discretionary expense.
5

A short-term financial goal might include saving for

A
one’s retirement.
B
a piece of furniture.
C
a down payment on a house.
D
a child’s college fund.
6

From what part of income should someone take savings?

A
what otherwise would be fixed expenses
B
gross income, along with other deductions
C
gross income, before other deductions
D
what otherwise would be discretionary income
7

To create a balanced budget, one must make sure to

A
spend less than or equal to income.
B
spend as little as possible.
C
pay off debts first.
D
pay credit card payments first.
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Why might variable expenses change a great deal at different times of year?

A
Car loan payments become higher in certain seasons.
B
Income taxes and withholdings may increase or decrease.
C
Discretionary spending may rise when fixed expenses rise.
D
Heating and cooling costs might vary considerably.
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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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When should fixed and variable monthly budgeted expenses first be planned?

A
at least twice per month
B
day by day during the month
C
at the end of each month
D
at the start of each month

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