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Reading Comprehension Functional Literacy Flashcards

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  1. A W-2 form shows 'Box 1: Wages, tips, other compensation: $28,400.' What does this number represent?

    Answer: Your taxable wages for the year after certain deductions

    Box 1 of the W-2 reports taxable wages after pre-tax deductions like 401(k) contributions are subtracted.

  2. A housing application asks: 'Monthly gross income must be at least 3× the monthly rent.' The rent is $1,200/month. What is the minimum monthly income required?

    Answer: $3,600

    Three times $1,200 equals $3,600, which is the minimum monthly gross income required.

  3. A fire exit sign reads: 'In case of fire, do not use elevator. Use stairs.' Why does this instruction exist?

    Answer: Elevators may lose power or become trapped during a fire

    Fire can cause power failures or elevator malfunctions, making stairwells the safe evacuation route.

  4. A paycheck stub shows: 'Gross pay: $800 | Federal tax: $72 | State tax: $32 | FICA: $61.20 | Net pay: $634.80.' What is net pay?

    Answer: Take-home pay after all deductions

    Net pay is the amount received after all taxes and deductions are subtracted from gross pay.

  5. A school enrollment form states: 'Required documents: proof of residency, immunization records, and birth certificate.' A parent brings only a utility bill and immunization records. What is missing?

    Answer: Birth certificate

    The utility bill covers proof of residency and immunization records are provided, but the birth certificate is still missing.

  6. A food package label reads: 'Best by: 06/15. Refrigerate after opening.' The package was opened and stored in a cabinet. What is the concern?

    Answer: The food was not refrigerated after opening as required

    The label requires refrigeration after opening; storing in a cabinet at room temperature violates this instruction and may cause spoilage.

  7. A government benefit letter reads: 'You have 30 days from the date of this notice to appeal this decision. Appeals must be submitted in writing.' The letter is dated June 1. What is the appeal deadline?

    Answer: July 1

    30 days after June 1 is July 1, which is the deadline to submit a written appeal.