Introduction

Imagine that you have been working at the mall for two weeks and your first paycheck has arrived.

  • What is the documentation connected to your paycheck?
  • What is a paystub?
  • Would you understand the information on the paystub?

Let's explore these questions.

paystub

Lesson Objectives

Following successful completion of this lesson, students will be able to...

  • Analyze paystubs to compare net and gross income.
  • Identify required and voluntary payroll deductions.

Enduring Understandings

  • It is imperative to manage your personal finances in today's economy.

The above objectives correspond with the Alabama Course of Study: Personal Finance standards: 6 and 9.