Money Words
How Much? (approx. US prices)
Money Math
Which Job Pays More?
Big Purchases
100

Paper or coins you use to buy things.

Money

100

A bottle of water.

About $1

100

A bus ticket is $2.50. You take the bus to school 5 days a week. How much in one week?

$12.50

100

Teacher or police officer?

Police officer

100

A game costs $60. You and 2 friends share the cost equally. How much does each pay?

$20

200

Money you earn for work.

Salary

200

A fast-food hamburger.

About $4

200

You buy 4 movie tickets for $12 each. You pay with a $60 bill. How much change?

$12 

200

Nurse or school counselor?

Nurse

200

A bike costs $180. If you save $15 each week, how many weeks?

12 weeks

300

Money you keep in a bank for later.

Savings

300

A movie ticket.

About $12

300

A jacket is $80. It’s 20% off. How much now?

$64

300

Mechanic or flight attendant?

Mechanic

300

A TV costs $400. Store A: 20% discount. Store B: $100 off. Which store is cheaper?

Store A = $320 vs Store B = $300 → Store B

400

Extra money you pay when you borrow.

Interest

400

A pair of sneakers.

About $60

400

You save $15 each week. How much in 10 weeks?

$150

400

Plumber or electrician?

Plumber

400

A concert ticket is $75. You buy 4 tickets. The total is $260. Did the seller give you a discount?

Yes, $40 discount — should be $300

500

A plan for how to spend and save.

Budget

500

A new iPhone.

About $1000

500

You want a phone for $240. You save $40 each month. How many months?

6 months

500

Graphic designer or social worker?

Graphic designer

500

A laptop is $600. It’s 25% off today. How much will you pay?

$450