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100

If you are late to class, should you just walk in without saying anything?

No. Enter respectfully and follow the teacher/school's expectations for lateness.

100

What is a résumé?

A document summarizing your education, skills, experience, and qualifications.

100

You get your first paycheck and it's less than you expected. Why?

Taxes and other deductions may have been taken out.

100

What does it mean when your boss says you need to be “professional”?

Appropriate communication, appearance, behavior, reliability, and attitude.

100

You have $100 in your bank account and want to spend $95 on concert tickets. Is that a good idea? why?

Not necessarily. You need to consider upcoming bills, food, transportation, emergencies, and savings.

200

Which is more responsible: pretending you understand something or asking for help?

Asking for help

200

What is the difference between a debit card and a credit card?

Debit generally uses money you already have; credit involves borrowing money that you repay.

200

You move into an apartment. Besides rent, name three expenses you might have.

Utilities (electricity, gas, water), internet, food, transportation, insurance, etc.

200

What is a credit score used for?

It helps lenders assess your credit risk and can affect things such as loans, credit cards, and sometimes housing.

200

what are there documents police officers ask you when you get pulled over?

  • Driver's license
  • Vehicle registration
  • Proof of insurance
300

You have a job interview at 10:00 AM. What time should you plan to arrive?

at least 15 minutes early


300

What does “two weeks' notice” usually mean when leaving a job?

Giving your employer advance notice—commonly two weeks—that you are resigning.

300

You get into a minor car accident. Nobody appears seriously injured. Name three things you should do.

Move to a safe location if possible, call the appropriate authorities (police), exchange contact information, document the scene (pictures), and contact your insurance company.

300

Why shouldn't you use the same password for every account?

If one account is compromised, other accounts could also be at risk.

300

You lose your wallet. What should you do first?

Secure/cancel your cards and protect your accounts.

400

If you know you are going to be absent from school, what should you do?

Bring a written excuse and communicate with teacher

400

What should you do after a job interview?

Send a professional thank-you message/email.

400

Why is your credit score important?

It can affect your ability to borrow money and may influence things like interest rates and housing applications.

400

You receive a text saying:
“URGENT! Your bank account will be closed today. Click this link immediately.”
What should you do?


Don't click the link. Contact the bank through its official website/app/phone number to verify.

400

What is interest when it comes to money?

Money charged for borrowing money

500

What should you include in the subject line of an email to a teacher or a boss?


A brief description of what the email is about.

500

What can happen if you consistently pay bills late?

You may face late fees and potentially damage your credit history.

500

If I am interested in going to college or trade school, who is the right person in B21 to talk to?

Ms. McCarthur

500

What is a deductible when talking about insurance?

The amount you generally pay out of pocket for covered expenses before insurance begins paying according to the policy.

500

You're running late to work. What's the professional thing to do?

Contact your supervisor as soon as possible and explain the situation.