Shopping and Money: Learn Vocabulary and Phrases for Making Purchases

Question 1

You have 10 pounds and buy an apple for 2 pounds. How much money do you have remaining?

Accepted Answer

8 pounds

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12 pounds

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2 pounds

Question 2

Which of the following items is typically NOT found in a grocery store?

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Electronics

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Bread

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Fruits

Question 3

How do you ask for the price of this T-shirt in Spanish?

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¿Cuánto cuesta esta camiseta?

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¿Dónde está la camiseta?

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¿Cómo se llama la camiseta?

Question 4

Which of these is NOT a place where you can buy something?

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Zoo

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Bakery

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Butcher's shop

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Toy store

Question 5

What is a 'budget' and how can making one help you manage your money wisely?

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A budget is a plan that helps you track your income and expenses, ensuring you don't spend more than you earn.

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A budget is a list of things you want to buy.

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Budgets are only necessary for adults.

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Budgets are not important for children to learn about.

Question 6

What is a major advantage of financial literacy for consumers?

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It helps consumers make smart spending decisions and plan for the future.

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It protects consumers from being tricked by dishonest businesses.

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It teaches consumers how to get the best deals on purchases.

Question 7

How can being smart with money help you reach your goals and dreams?

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Being smart with money can help you plan for the future and make your dreams come true.

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It doesn't matter how much money you have, being smart with it doesn't matter.

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If you're smart with money, you should never buy anything you like.

Question 8

When shopping responsibly, which action should we avoid?

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Buying things we don't need right away

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Bringing your own shopping bags

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Choosing products made from recycled materials

Question 9

What is not an example of good customer service?

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Ignoring the customer

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Being friendly

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Being patient

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Knowing about the products

Question 10

What's the main difference between a budget and a wishlist?

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A budget is a plan for spending money, while a wishlist is a list of things you'd like to buy later.

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A budget lists things you want, while a wishlist only includes things you need.

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A budget is for yourself, while a wishlist is for sharing with others.

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A budget is always short-term, while a wishlist can be short-term or long-term.

Question 11

In English, 'five pounds' is said as:

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five pounds

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five British pounds

Question 12

Which of these is a common way to pay in the UK?

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Both cash and card

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Cash

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Card

Question 13

'GBP' stands for:

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Great British Pound

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Great British Price

Question 14

A receipt is used to:

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Prove you bought something

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To get a refund

Question 15

The saying 'time is money' means:

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Time is valuable and should not be wasted.

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Time can be bought with money.

Question 16

When you want to know the price of an item in a shop, what do you ask?

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How much is it?

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Can I help you?

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Do you have any more?

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Where is the bathroom?

Question 17

What is the meaning of 'receipt'?

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A document that shows what you bought and how much you paid

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A type of paper used for writing

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A bag for carrying your shopping

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A person who works in a shop

Question 18

What currency does the symbol '£' represent?

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Pound sterling

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Euro

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Dollar

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Yen

Question 19

What is the symbol used for the British pound sterling?

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£

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$

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€

Question 20

Which one of these is NOT a coin in the United Kingdom?

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Dime

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Penny

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Pound coin

Question 21

What is the correct way to politely say 'I would like to buy this' in English?

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I would like to buy this

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I want to buy this

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I need to buy this

Question 22

What document is given to you after making a purchase?

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Receipt

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Invoice

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Bill

Question 23

How would you ask the price of a book in a store?

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Excuse me, how much does this book cost?

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Can I buy this book?

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I want to buy this book.

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Where can I find this book?

Question 24

What is the correct way to say 'ten pounds' in English?

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Ten pounds

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Ten pound

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Ten pound sterling

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Ten British pounds

Question 25

You want to buy a bag of sweets that costs £1.20. You have a £2 coin and a 50p coin. Do you have enough money to buy the sweets?

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Yes

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No

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I don't know

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Maybe

Question 26

What is the best way to compare prices between different stores?

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Look at the price tags

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Ask a friend

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Guess

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Use a calculator

Question 27

Which item is usually the most expensive?

Accepted Answer

A bicycle

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A bag of sweets

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A new backpack

Question 28

Which of these words means the opposite of 'cheap'?

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Costly

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Affordable

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Thrifty

Question 29

Is it generally considered polite to haggle over prices in the UK?

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No

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Yes

Question 30

What is the name of the currency used in the United Kingdom?

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Pound Sterling

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Euro

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US Dollar

Question 31

Which of these is the best place to go if you want to buy lots of different things?

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Shopping mall

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Park

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Playground

Question 32

What's a good tip for saving money when you go shopping?

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Use coupons and discounts.

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Buy only expensive items.

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Go shopping at the most luxurious stores.

Question 33

Which of these is NOT a unit of measurement related to money?

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Centimetre

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Pound

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Penny

Question 34

To ask for two apples and one banana in French, you would say:

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Deux pommes et une banane

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Deux pommes et un banane

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Deux pommes et la banane

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Les deux pommes et la banane

Question 35

Which currency is NOT commonly used in the United Kingdom?

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Yen

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Pound sterling

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Euro

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Dollar

Question 36

What is the Spanish word for 'receipt'?

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Recibo

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Factura

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Boleta

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Comprobante

Question 37

Is it considered polite to negotiate prices when shopping in the United Kingdom?

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No

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Yes

Question 38

Which of the following is NOT a form of electronic payment?

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Cash

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Credit card

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Cheque

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Postal order

Question 39

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

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Debit cards withdraw money directly from your bank account, while credit cards allow you to borrow money.

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Debit cards can only be used for online purchases, while credit cards can be used in stores.

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Debit cards are more secure than credit cards.

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There is no real difference between debit cards and credit cards.

Question 40

Which of the following is the correct way to pay for something in English?

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Here is the money.

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I want to pay.

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I pay with this.

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Can I pay now?

Question 41

What is the value of 50 pence in pounds?

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0.50

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0.05

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5.00

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50.00

Question 42

What is the correct way to ask for a receipt?

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Can I have a receipt?

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Can I get a bill?

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Do you have a receipt?

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May I have a proof of purchase?

Question 43

Which of the following is a good money habit?

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Saving for future purchases

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Spending more than you earn

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Borrowing money without a plan to repay it

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Buying everything you want, regardless of the price

Question 44

What is the best way to avoid spending too much money?

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Making a budget and following it

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Using a credit card for all purchases

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Borrowing money from friends and family

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Ignoring your bank statements

Question 45

When shopping in France, you may encounter different ways to pay for your purchases. Name two different payment options that you might see in a French shop and explain how each one works.

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Paying with a contactless card

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Using a 'carte bleue'

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Paying with a personal check

Question 46

What's the best way to manage your money and stay within your budget?

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Keep track of what you spend and make changes as needed.

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Only buy things you really need.

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Spend more than you earn.

Question 47

Which of these is NOT a form of money?

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Postage stamp

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Coin

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Banknote

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Cheque

Question 48

What is the currency used in the United Kingdom?

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Pound

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Euro

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Dollar

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Yen

Question 49

What is the smallest British coin?

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1 penny

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2 pence

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5 pence

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10 pence

Question 50

How many pounds is 50 pence?

Accepted Answer

0.50

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0.05

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5.00

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50.00

Question 51

Which of these is NOT a good habit when shopping?

Accepted Answer

Buying everything you see

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Comparing prices

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Asking for help if you need it

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Being polite to shop workers

Question 52

Which of these is a place where you can save and borrow money?

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Bank

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Post office

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Shop

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School

Question 53

When planning a trip to Japan, how do you determine the amount of money you need to exchange into Japanese Yen?

Accepted Answer

Use a currency converter to check the exchange rate and calculate the equivalent amount.

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Estimate the exchange rate based on your own assumptions.

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Inquire with someone who has recently traveled to Japan about their exchange rate experience.

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Exchange a small amount of money before your trip and exchange more upon arrival in Japan.

Question 54

To ask 'How much is it?' in French, you would say:

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Combien coûte-t-il ?

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Où est-il ?

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Comment ça va ?

Answer

Je ne sais pas.

Question 55

Which of the following is NOT a commonly used form of payment?

Accepted Answer

Trading goods

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Cash

Answer

Credit card

Answer

Cheque

Question 56

VAT stands for:

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Value Added Tax

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Very Affordable Tax

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Variable Annual Tax

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Virtual Account Tax

Question 57

In the UK, the smallest unit of currency is the:

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Penny

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Pound

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Shilling

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Guilder

Question 58

When you buy something and pay with more money than it costs, the extra money you get back is called:

Accepted Answer

Change

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Balance

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Surplus

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Profit

Question 59

Which of the following is a smart way to save money?

Accepted Answer

Spending less than you earn

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Investing in the stock market

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Gambling

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Borrowing money

Question 60

The main difference between a debit card and a credit card is that:

Accepted Answer

A debit card takes money directly from your bank account, while a credit card allows you to borrow money.

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A credit card takes money directly from your bank account, while a debit card allows you to borrow money.

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There is no difference between a debit card and a credit card.

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A debit card is used to withdraw money from an ATM, while a credit card is used to make purchases.

Question 61

When making a purchase, you should NOT consider:

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The weather

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Price

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Quality

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Brand

Question 62

How does creating a budget before shopping help you make smart spending decisions?

Accepted Answer

It helps you plan your purchases and think about what you really need.

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It makes you spend all your money at once.

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It only works if you have a lot of money.

Question 63

When shopping, what should we avoid doing to be ethical shoppers?

Accepted Answer

Only considering the price of an item

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Buying products made from sustainable materials

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Choosing products that support fair trade

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Recycling and reducing waste from purchases

Question 64

Which of the following words means to obtain something by paying for it?

Accepted Answer

Purchase

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Trade

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Borrow

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Sell