This learning resource consists of a mid-unit quiz centered around Marcus's monthly budget. The quiz is divided into three main activities that guide students through key financial concepts. The first activity focuses on calculating net pay by deducting taxes and deductions from gross pay, helping students understand take-home income. The second activity involves classifying household expenses into fixed and variable categories, distinguishing between costs that remain constant and those that fluctuate. Finally, the third activity asks students to balance Marcus's budget by adjusting a variable expense based on his total net pay and categorized expenses. This resource aims to enhance students' financial literacy and budgeting skills in a practical context.