• Week 8: Student - Financial Literacy & Budgeting

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    Hello Scholars,

    Welcome to Week 8!

    Please read the passage and/or listen to the audio recording carefully before beginning the assessment. The questions are based directly on the material, so it is important that you have review the reading/video first. 

    You will have only one (1) opportunity to complete this assessment. Once you begin, make sure you take your time and answer each question thoughtfully. Remember, this assessment requires you to analyze the information and apply what you learned. 

    Good luck! This assessment is worth 70 points!

  • How does Aaliyah’s initial spending behavior influence the financial challenges she later experiences?*
  • What deeper understanding emerges when comparing the sections on needs versus wants and peer pressure?*
  • How does the concept of delayed gratification connect to Aaliyah’s overall financial growth?*
  • What connection can be made between budgeting and handling unexpected expenses?*
  • How does Aaliyah’s response to peer pressure reflect the leadership principles described later in the text?*
  • Which conclusion best synthesizes the article’s perspective on financial confidence?*
  • How does the article use Aaliyah’s experiences across different situations to develop the central message?*
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