Money Moves (Math)
You want to buy a jacket for $80. You have $25 saved.
How much more do you need?
$55
“Due to low enrollment, evening classes will now end at 7:30 p.m. instead of 8:30 p.m. This change starts next Monday.”
What is the main reason for this message?
To inform people about a schedule change
High stress can affect memory, reactions, and everyday decision-making.
Fact or Cap?
Fact
You’re feeling overwhelmed and can tell you’re about to react without thinking.
What’s the smartest first move?
A) Say something back right away
B) Take a second and cool off before responding
C) Pretend it didn’t happen
B) Take a second and cool off before responding
A store offers a discount according to this rule:
“Take 10% off the total price of an item.”
If an item costs $80, how much is the discount?
$8
You want to save $200 in 4 weeks.
How much do you save weekly?
$50/week
“This email confirms changes made to your account. If you did not make these changes, contact support immediately.”
Why is this message important to read carefully?
Because it could mean someone else accessed your account
Once you turn 18, your brain is fully developed, and stress no longer affects your choices.
Fact or Cap?
Cap
You’re given rules or expectations for something important, but one part doesn’t make sense.
What should you do?
A) Just go with it and hope it’s fine
B) Ask questions so you don’t mess up later
C) Figure it out if it becomes a problem
B) Ask questions so you don’t mess up later
A paycheck shows the following information:
Gross Pay: $360
Taxes: $72
What percentage of the paycheck was taken out for taxes?
20%
You make $15/hour and work 20 hours this week.
About how much will you earn before taxes?
Choose the closest answer:
A) $200
B) $300
C) $350
B) $300
“Hey, I saw your profile. I can offer you a remote job making $500 a day. No interview needed.”
What important information is missing that you should ask for first?
Company name
Job duties
How payment works
Contact information
Rules and expectations function the same in all social institutions, regardless of context.
Fact or Cap?
Cap
You notice you make worse choices when you’re tired or stressed.
What’s the best way to handle that?
A) Push through it and deal with whatever happens
B) Slow down and think before making a move
C) Say it’s out of your control
B) Slow down and think before making a move
“Participants are reminded that failure to comply with the updated requirements may result in removal from the program.”
Which word best describes the tone of this statement?
A) Encouraging
B) Informative
C) Cautionary
D) Humorous
C) Cautionary
Your phone bill is $65. You have $120 left for the week.
Can you pay the bill and still have money for food?
Yes, but will it be enough?
“Your payment was not received by the due date. A late fee may be added.
To avoid service interruption, submit payment within 5 days.”
What should you do first after reading this message?
Check your payment status or contact the company right away
Where you grow up has no impact on stress levels or opportunities later in life.
Fact or Cap?
Cap
Environment, access to resources, and support systems affect stress and opportunities.
You need help with something important, but you don’t know where to start.
What’s the best move?
A) Avoid it because it feels like too much
B) Find someone or something that can point you in the right direction
C) Wait and hope it works itself
B) Find someone or something that can point you in the right direction
A study finds that students who sleep fewer than 6 hours per night score lower on tests.
Which conclusion is most scientifically accurate?
A) Lack of sleep causes low intelligence
B) Sleep has no relationship to learning
C) Limited sleep may affect cognitive performance
D) Test scores determine sleep habits
C) Limited sleep may affect cognitive performance
Your paycheck is $340. Taxes take about 20%.
About how much money do you get after taxes?
Choose the closest answer:
A) $272
B) $310
C) $200
A) $272
“Your account has been flagged for suspicious activity. Verify your information now to avoid suspension.”
Do not click links! Contact the company directly through official channels
Knowing how common systems work like jobs, healthcare, and education can help people make better long-term decisions.
Fact or Cap?
Fact
You’re about to make a choice that feels small right now but could matter later.
What helps you decide?
A) Only thinking about right now
B) Thinking about how it could affect you later
C) Letting someone else decide for you
B) Thinking about how it could affect you later
A policy is designed to ensure that all individuals have equal access to public services.
Which principle is the policy MOST closely related to?
A) Personal responsibility
B) Individual freedom
C) Equality
D) Authority
C) Equality