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Because many of your older students are probably getting their first jobs, it could be an appropriate time to discuss taxes. This presentation defines deductions, types of taxes, purposes of paying taxes, and the forms required to file taxes. A wonderful tool for young adults or those fresh out on their own.

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life skills, income tax, taxes, income, financial literacy, net income

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1040ez, financial literacy, life skills, personal finance, sales tax, tax forms, taxes, gross income, income tax, net income, tax deductions, w2, social studies
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Grade
9th - 12th
Subjects
Social Studies & History
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Resource Type
Presentations
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For Teacher Use
Number of Slides
26

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