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Exploring Values,
Needs & Wants
A need is an item that is necessary for life.
 Food
 Water
 Shelter
A want is something that is
unnecessary to life, but desired.
 iPod
 Play Station
 Designer clothes
Needs & Wants
A value is a belief or practice of what is
important, desirable and worthwhile to an
individual. Everyone has different values that
guide their daily decisions.
Values can be influenced by:
 Family
 Friends
 Teachers
 T.V.
 Magazines
 Religious
Affiliations
 Work
Values
What is important to you? Who are two people in your family
that influence you?
How do your wants differ from your
grandparent’s wants?
How do values, and a person’s view of needs
and wants affect financial decisions?