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Taxes: W-2 Form Analysis

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  • Price per Classroom$2.00
  • Grade Levels 7, 8, 9, 10
  • Topics Taxes
  • Duration 15 Minutes
  • Auto Scored? Yes
  • Teacher Evaluation Needed? No

Activity Description

In this worksheet, students will analyze a sample W-2 form to understand its various components and the information it provides about an employee's earnings and taxes paid. By reading the W-2 form and answering a series of questions, students will learn how to interpret this important tax document and understand its relevance in preparing tax returns.

Activities:

  • Introduction to the W-2 Form: Students will receive an overview of the W-2 form, its purpose, and why it is important for employees and the IRS.
  • Analyze Sample W-2 Form: Students will be provided with a sample W-2 form, including various sections that report different types of earnings and tax withholdings. Students will identify different sections of the W-2 form, such as Wages, Federal income tax withheld, Social Security, etc.
  • Question and Answer: Students will answer a series of questions based on the information provided in the sample W-2 form.

This worksheet is designed to enhance students' financial literacy and tax knowledge, providing them with practical skills to interpret and use W-2 forms effectively.

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  • Price per Classroom$2.00
  • Grade Levels 7, 8, 9, 10
  • Topics Taxes
  • Duration 15 Minutes
  • Auto Scored? Yes
  • Teacher Evaluation Needed? No

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