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Questionnaire: Student Expenses at School Instructions: Please answer the following questions honestly. Your responses will help determine the average amount of money students need to operate at school. All responses will be kept confidential. Section A: Demographic Information What is your age? Under 12 12–14 15–17 18 and above What is your gender? Male Female Prefer not to say What grade/form are you currently in? 7 8 9 10 11 12 Do you receive a daily/weekly/monthly allowance? Yes No Section B: Daily School Expenses How much money do you typically bring to school per day? Less than $5 $5–$10 $10–$15 More than $15 What are your main daily school expenses? (Check all that apply) Transportation Lunch/snacks School supplies (books, stationery, etc.) Extracurricular activities (clubs, sports, etc.) Other: __________ How much do you spend on lunch/snacks daily? Less than $3 $3–$5 $5–$7 More than $7 How do you usually get to school? Walk Public transportation School bus Private vehicle (drop-off) Other: __________ If you pay for transportation, how much do you spend per day? Less than $2 $2–$4 $4–$6 More than $6 Section C: Financial Management and Challenges Do you feel that the money you bring to school is enough to cover your daily needs? Yes No How do you decide how much money to bring to school? Based on past daily expenses My parents/guardian decide I bring a fixed amount daily Other: __________ Do you ever run out of money before the school day ends? Yes, often Sometimes Rarely No If you run out of money, how do you manage? Borrow from friends Skip purchases (food, transport, etc.) Ask for extra money from parents/guardians Other: __________ Do you save any of the money you receive for school? Yes, regularly Sometimes No, I spend all of it In your opinion, what is the ideal amount of money a student should have daily to cover all school-related expenses? Less than $5 $5–$10 $10–$15 More than $15 Additional Comments Do you have any suggestions on how students can better manage their school expenses?