GUESS THE PRICE
BETTER DEAL?
BUDGET CHALLENGE
NEEDS vs WANTS
100

How much is a medium popcorn at Hoyts?

$7.99

100

One chocolate bar for $3 OR 3 for $8, which is cheaper per bar?

3 for $8

100

You have $10. You buy a snack for $4. How much is left?

$6

100

Food, water, and basic clothing are examples of…

Needs

200

How much is a basic T-shirt from Kmart?

$10

200

1L juice for $4 OR 2L juice for $6, which better value?

2L for $6

200

You have $25. You want a $15 shirt and $12 hat. Can you afford both?

No (total = $27)

200

A new video game when you already have others is a…

Want

300

How much does a block of Cadbury chocolate from Coles cost?

$5-$8

300

500g chips for $5 OR 250g chips for $3, better value?

500g for $5

300

You have $50. You spend $18 and $22. How much remains?

$10

300

Paying for electricity at home is a need or a want?

Need

400

How much does a pair of Nike Air Force 1 cost?

$150-$170

400

A $20 item with 50% off OR a $15 item with 25% off — which is cheaper?

$20 item at 50% off ($10)

400

Budget = $30. You want items costing $12, $9, and $11. What should you do?

Remove or swap one item (total = $32)

400

Buying the newest phone when your old one works is a…

Want

500

How much does a Nintendo Switch 2 cost? 

$700

500

Buy 2 get 1 free vs 30% off — which is better if you need 3 items?

Buy 2 get 1 free

500

You have $100. You want shoes for $70 and a hoodie for $50. What’s the best choice?

Choose one or find cheaper options

500

Why is it important to buy needs before wants?

So you don’t run out of money for important things