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Topic | Add Consumer Math to List of Required Math Courses |
Content | Consumer mathematics should be added to the list of qualified subjects for the three required math credits for high school graduation. Typically, this could/would substitute for Algebra II. Included in this subject would be: Budgeting, Retirement Savings, How to fill out a W-2, How to balance a checkbook, How to invest in the stock market, How to keep out of credit card debt, Compound Interest, How to save for college expenses, Mortgages, Insurance, & How to spot fraud. |
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