Introduction

A checking account can be a powerful budgeting tool. However, you must use it responsibly. In this section we will learn how to manage a checking account.

Lesson Objectives

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

  • Maintain a check register
  • Calculate an accurate balance

Enduring Understandings

  • It is imperative to wisely manage your income in today's economy.

The above objectives correspond with the Alabama Course of Study: Personal Finance standards: 8.