Unit 5: Taking Care of Business

Theme 10: Money Matters

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strategy- a detailed plan

You can have a strategy for reading, playing a game, or taking a test.

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decorate- to change the appearance of something

Many kids decorate their bedrooms with pictures and posters.

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income- the payment that someone receives

A person might receive a weekly or monthly income for the work that he or she does.

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payment- an amount of money that is paid for something

There are many different forms of payment, such as cash, a credit card, or a check.

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errand- a short trip that is taken in order to complete a task

This Saturday my mom has many errands to run.

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fee- the cost of a service or membership

The fee to enter the soccer tournament is $25.00.

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invest- to put money or time toward something

If you invest your money in the stock market, it could increase or decrease.

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personal- an item that belongs to someone

The items in his backpack are personal.

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borrow- to use something and then return it

Yesterday I borrowed a rake from my neighbor so that I could complete my chores.

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budget- a plan for saving and spending money

I have a great budget, that allows me to save money.

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