7 Questions
Which statement accurately describes an Income and Expense Statement?
It shows a breakdown of your income and expenses over a period of time.
What types of income are included in an Income and Expense Statement?
Earned income and unearned income.
What are fixed expenses?
Expenses that stay the same amount each month.
Which two categories can expenses be divided into?
Fixed and variable
What is the formula for calculating net income?
Income - expenses
What does a negative net income indicate?
Net loss
What are some ways to keep track of expenses?
Receipts, small notebook, check register, app
Study Notes
Income and Expense Statement
- Accurately described as a financial statement that summarizes revenues and expenses over a particular period of time.
Types of Income
- Include all income earned from various sources, such as wages, salaries, tips, commissions, and any other form of earnings.
Fixed Expenses
- Are expenses that remain the same amount every month, such as rent, mortgage payments, and insurance premiums.
Categorizing Expenses
- Divided into two categories: fixed expenses and variable expenses.
- Fixed expenses remain the same amount every month, while variable expenses change from month to month.
Calculating Net Income
- Formula: Net Income = Total Revenue - Total Expenses.
Negative Net Income
- Indicates that Total Expenses exceed Total Revenue, resulting in a financial loss.
Tracking Expenses
- Ways to keep track of expenses include: recording every purchase, keeping receipts, using a budgeting app, and setting up a ledger or spreadsheet.
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