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READ THE FINE PRINT

Complete the following on paper or in digital format.
Use your reading skills to make sure you understand your bank’s policies about the account you use most (checking or
savings). Look up your type of account on your bank’s website, and read the rules. Then answer the following questions.
1. Can you make withdrawals and deposits online without a fee?
2. Can you make withdrawals and deposits in the bank without a fee?
3. Can your transfer money electronically between accounts?
4. Is there a monthly fee? If so, how much is it?
5. Is there a limit for checks, debits, or ATM transactions? If so, describe it.
6. Describe any other fees or rules involved (such as minimum balance).
7. What happens if a check you write bounces? What if someone else’s check bounces?
8. What happens if you overdraw your account? If overdraft protection is available, how much does it cost?

Match Strategies to Different Subjects

If your college has general education (Gen Ed) requirements, you may have to take a wide
variety of courses. Know how to approach reading materials in different academic areas.

Math and science
Math and science textbooks move sequentially, so your understanding of later material
depends on how well you learned material in earlier chapters. Try the following strategies
to get the most from your textbooks, and get extra help right away when you are confused.

Interact with math material by writing. As you read through problems and solu-
tions, highlight important information and examples. Work out missing problem steps
on paper. Draw sketches to help visualize the material. Write questions for your instruc-
tor or fellow students.

Pay attention to formulas. Math and science texts contain formulas that express
general rules and principles. Try to learn the ideas behind each formula. Always do the
practice problems, using the formulas to make sure your understanding sticks.

Use memory strategies to learn science. Science textbooks are packed with field-spe-
cific vocabulary (for example, an environmental science text may refer to the greenhouse
effect). Use mnemonic devices, test yourself with flash cards, and rehearse aloud or silently.
Consider solving all sample problems. Risk a little extra work for the reward of greater
comprehension. The more problems you do, the more solid your understanding will be.

Social sciences and humanities
Courses in the social sciences and humanities prepare you to be a well-rounded person,
able and ready to fulfill your responsibilities to yourself, your family, and a free democ-
6 racy. They also prepare you for the workplace by focusing on critical thinking skills,
CHAPTER 148 civic and historic knowledge, and ethical reasoning. As you study these disciplines, use
critical thinking to identify themes and connect what you know to learn new material.