The Curtis Chronicals
How Does Money Affect Global Issues?
Money Wasted On Technology!
Most people don't pay attention to how much money they spend each year, on technology. Adults spend about $1,200 dollars on electronics each year. $600 billion dollars are wasted on projects people could do without electronics. Adults spend about 17% of their monthly mortgage or rent if they go over their limit. Some of it is caused by kids/teenagers/adults are using internet without WiFi. In 2014 people throw away about 92 billion pounds, of electronics. Out of the 92 billion pounds $50 billion dollars could be recycled material. How much money are you wasting on technology?
Gas Prices Outrageous
Spending Money!
People take money for granted. They don't think about how much they really spend on things. The top ten things people spend the most money on:
10. Jewelry a household of $249.
9. Tobacco a household of $380.
8. Entertainment equipment a household of $400.
7. Alcohol a household of $435.
6. Fees and admission a household of $628.
5. Vacations, and hotels a household of $672.
4. Toys, pets, hobbies, and playgrounds, a household of $690.
3. Electronics/monthly bills a household of $975.
2. Gifts a household of $1,067.
1. Food away from home/ fast food, a household of $2,619. How much money do you take for granted?
Disabilities & Money Don't Match!
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About The Author
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Location: Butler Middle School, Waukesha, WI, United States
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Sources
money.usnews.com
gasbuddy.com
moneycnn.com
247wallst.com
The Washington Post
pacer.org