Wonders U1W1 Flashcards

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What does prosper mean?

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To be successful; to do very well or to grow Example: The farmers plants were able to prosper well.

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What does afford mean?

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To have have enough money to pay for something Example: We were able to afford the dress.

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What does loan mean?

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Money borrowed. Example: My mom gave me a loan to by a book.

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What does profit mean?

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The amount of money left after all the costs of running a business have been paid Example : We made a profit of $5 with the lemonade stand.

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What does risk mean?

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A chance of loss or harm Example : The fire fighter took a risk when he went in to a burning house.

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What does savings mean?

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Money that is saved or set aside Example : We have our savings for college.

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What does scarce mean?

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Difficult to get or find Example : water is scarce in the desert.

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What does wages mean?

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Payments for work done Example : We got our wages for our chores.

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