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2: Education, Careers, and Income

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Defined by Personal Finance 9th-12th Grades and align with Jobs and Income
2.1: Aptitudes, Strengths, and Interests: Complete one or more career aptitude surveys, analyze the results, and relate how the identified career aptitudes align with the student's strengths and interests. Evaluate education and training path options to prepare for identified jobs or careers of interest.
2.5: Take Home Pay: Describe factors affecting take-home pay such as tax withholdings, benefits (e.g., insurance, 401k), and plan payroll deductions. Complete a 1040 and a W-4 Employee's Withholding Allowance paperwork and analyze the W-2 Wage and Tax Statement for federal income tax purposes.