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Making the most of your resources
Term | Definition |
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Resource | A resource is anything that we can use in order to meet our needs or achieve our goals. |
Physical resource | These are goods that are made by people and can be used to provide other goods and services. ex=buildings, phones, books, vehicles. |
Natural resource | These include things that are provided by nature. ex=land, water |
Financial resource | This category includes all types and sources of money available to households and individuals. ex=income from employment, savings |
Human resource | This refers to your skills, abilities and experience. It also includes other people that are available to help you. ex=ability to read and write, creativity, family and friends, teachers |
Time resource | It is the most valuable resource and our most limited. You can't earn, borrow or buy more time. |
Need | This is something we simply cannot live without, it s essential for our survival and plays an important role in our daily lives. ex=food, water, clothes, shelter |
Want | This is something that we would really like to have, while it may improve our life, it is not essential for our survival. ex=phone, car |
Money | This is anything of value that is accepted by people in exchange for goods and services. |
Financial Cost | This is the money cost and is the price of the goods we have chosen to buy. |
Opportunity Cost | This is the 'next best thing' we could have done with our money. |
Financial Literacy | A set of skills that will enable you to manage your money in a planned and realistic way. |