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What is money?

Money is a common means of payment used to buy things and compare prices.

Income is money that comes in, and an expense is money that goes out. A budget helps plan expenses so they fit the income and goals. Savings is the part of income that you set aside for later.

You received 60 ₪ and spent 35 ₪. 25 ₪ remain that you can save for the next goal.

Think of one savings goal and one expense you can postpone.

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Check your understanding

You received 60 ₪ and spent 35 ₪. How much remains?

  • 95 ₪
  • 25 ₪
  • 35 ₪
Answer and explanation

25 ₪. Subtract the expense from the income: 60 minus 35 equals 25.

What is a budget?

  • A plan for income and expenses
  • A promise to get rich
  • A type of stock
Answer and explanation

A plan for income and expenses. A budget is a plan that helps understand what comes in and where the money goes.

Continue learning

Checking account: the home of daily money — A checking account (OW"S) is a current account: a bank account for everyday transactions.

Stock: a small piece of a company — A stock is a share of ownership in a company.

Profit and loss: reading the numbers — Profit or loss is the difference between an investment’s current value and its cost.

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