Cleaning
Why is it important to clean regularly?
- helps physical and mental health
- makes your living space more comfortable and less stressful
-reduces chance of pests
- reduces allergies
What is comparison shopping?
Comparing prices before and during shopping to get the best deals.
What is a menu planner?
A tool to help plan meals in advance.
What is a budget?
Comparison of the money you expect to receive and the expenses you expect to have.
Name one fire safety tip.
Install smoke detectors
Avoid overloading outlets
Keep fire extinguishers
Establish a safety exit
Never put things on heaters
Never leave any type of fire or hot appliance unattended (candle, stove, hot plate, barbecue, curling iron, etc)
Name a cleaning task that should be done weekly.
Throw away leftovers, sweep/mop, clean stove top, clean sink, take out the trash, do laundry
How do you calculate unit price?
Divide the price by the number of units (for example, ounces)
List one benefit of meal planning.
1. reduces stress and decision-fatigue
2. simplifies grocery shopping
3. helps keep grocery purchases on budget.
What is the difference between a credit and debit card?
Debit: Money comes from your bank account. There are no interest rates, and you can't build credit.
Credit: Money is lent from the Bank. There are interest rates, and you can build your credit score by paying your bill on time.
What is one emergency number you should have?
Police/Ambulance/Fire: 911
Lifeline: 211
Poison Control: 1-800-222-1222
Personal Emergency Contact
What supplies are essential for cleaning an apartment?
All-purpose cleaner, disinfectant, broom, mop, microfiber cloths, sponge.
What are some advantages to making a shopping list?
How does planning help with grocery shopping?
1. minimizes trips to the store
2. helps budget in advance
3. reduces stress/overstimulation
What is a common scam?
Being contacts through your phone by a company or person about:
- fake jobs
- fake products
- fake charities
- fake emergencies
- fake venmo/cashapp deposits
- non-genuine romantic relationships
What should you do if there’s a fire in the oven?
Close the oven and turn it off.
How often should you sweep?
At least once a week. Areas with a lot of use, like the kitchen, might require more sweeping.
What is the benefit of generic brands?
They're often cheaper than name brands and similar quality.
What are some of the benefits of a balanced diet?
Increased energy, better mental and physical health, reduced health symptoms for other conditions
What is a seasonal expense?
Reoccurring special expenses, like holidays and birthdays. Remember to add these expenses to monthly budgets.
Where do most fires in the home occur?
The Kitchen
Describe a cleaning schedule for a kitchen.
Daily: wipe counters, wash dishes.
Weekly: clean appliances, sweep and mop floor, throw away trash, throw away leftovers.
Monthly: deep clean cabinets and fridge.
How can online tools assist in comparison shopping?
You can compare multiple brands and stores at the same time, which helps you plan where and how to shop.
Fire, severe allergic reaction, breathing problems, someone passes out, home intruder, drunk driver, someone is badly injured (bad cut, bad fall, bad burns. etc)