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What is considered non-financial income for a household?
What is considered non-financial income for a household?
How do low income groups primarily spend their income?
How do low income groups primarily spend their income?
Which age group is likely to spend more on electronics and home appliances?
Which age group is likely to spend more on electronics and home appliances?
Which factor influences the amount needed to live in a residential area?
Which factor influences the amount needed to live in a residential area?
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What spending pattern is typical for families whose children have left the house?
What spending pattern is typical for families whose children have left the house?
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Which demographic factor does NOT typically influence expenditure patterns?
Which demographic factor does NOT typically influence expenditure patterns?
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What is a common result of rising inflation on consumer behavior?
What is a common result of rising inflation on consumer behavior?
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What is true about middle-high income groups regarding expenditure?
What is true about middle-high income groups regarding expenditure?
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Study Notes
Types of Income
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Non-financial income is derived from goods or services received without exchanging money.
- Examples include:
- Completing household tasks instead of paying for them
- Producing goods for personal use, like growing vegetables
- Benefits received, such as free meals or accommodation
- This type of income promotes good buying habits, such as taking advantage of promotions or discounts.
- Examples include:
- Financial income is the money (in Rands) received by a person or household within a specified period, such as a month or week.
Factors Influencing Expenditure Patterns
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Socioeconomic factors play a significant role in household spending:
- Low income groups primarily allocate their income toward basic necessities.
- Middle income groups can afford a wider range of expenses, including food, education, housing, and a better lifestyle.
- Middle-high income groups prioritize spending on luxury goods and services.
- High income groups allocate significant funds toward their wants and ultra-luxury items.
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Family Life Cycle Stages influence spending habits.
- Families with children prioritize expenses like school fees, coaching, transportation, and extracurricular activities.
- Families whose children have left home have more disposable income for personal interests, travel, etc.
- Young adults living independently allocate funds towards entertainment and hobbies.
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Age is another important factor.
- Individuals within the 20-24 age group may spend more on electronics, home appliances, and entertainment.
- Individuals in the 45-48 age group may prioritize spending on vacations.
- Peer influence and media significantly impact how different age groups spend their money.
- Cultural/population groups influence purchasing decisions based on their cultural and religious practices.
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Residential area impacts household expenses.
- Residents of more expensive areas face higher costs for property tax, home insurance, and maintenance.
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Inflation impacts purchasing power:
- When inflation rises, people have less money to spend on luxury goods and services.
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This quiz explores the types of income, including non-financial and financial income, and examines the socioeconomic factors influencing household expenditure patterns. Understand how income levels affect spending habits across different groups and the importance of budgeting and financial planning.
