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The document outlines a research instrument consisting of a survey questionnaire and interview guide designed to gather data on demographic profiles, budgeting practices, financial stability, external factors affecting budgeting, and challenges in financial management. It includes multiple sections that address specific research questions related to family budgeting and financial well-being. The final sections solicit recommendations for improving financial management and education for families.

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Sample 1 Instrument

The document outlines a research instrument consisting of a survey questionnaire and interview guide designed to gather data on demographic profiles, budgeting practices, financial stability, external factors affecting budgeting, and challenges in financial management. It includes multiple sections that address specific research questions related to family budgeting and financial well-being. The final sections solicit recommendations for improving financial management and education for families.

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Research Instrument: Survey Questionnaire / Interview Guide

Section 1: Demographic and Socio-Economic Profile

(This section helps answer research question #1)

1. Family Size
2. Education Level of Household Head
3. Monthly Income Range
4. Primary Source of Income
5. Household Expenses Allocation

Section 2: Common Budgeting Practices

(This section helps answer research question #2)

1. Do you follow a specific budgeting method? (Yes/No)


2. How do you allocate your income? (Multiple choice: Percentage-based,
Priority-based, No fixed allocation, etc.)
3. How do you track expenses? (Written list, Mobile app, No tracking, etc.)
4. Do you set financial goals? (Short-term, Long-term, No goals)
5. How frequently do you review your budget? (Weekly, Monthly, Quarterly,
Rarely/Never)

Section 3: Impact of Budgeting on Financial Stability

(This section helps answer research question #3)

1. Does budgeting help you meet your family's essential needs? (Yes/No)
2. Do you have savings? (Yes, regularly; Yes, but inconsistent; No)
3. Do you have outstanding debts? (Yes/No)
4. Are you financially prepared for emergencies? (Yes/No)
5. Do you have a long-term financial plan? (Yes/No)

Section 4: External Factors Affecting Budgeting

(This section helps answer research question #4)

1. Have rising prices (inflation) affected your budgeting? (Yes/No)


2. Has an economic downturn or job loss impacted your financial management?
(Yes/No)
3. Do unexpected expenses often disrupt your budget? (Yes/No)

Section 5: Comparison of Budgeting Practices Across Families

(This section helps answer research question #5 and #6)

1. Do you use a structured budget plan? (Yes/No)


2. Compared to families without a budget, do you feel more financially stable?
(Yes/No)
3. How would you rate your financial well-being on a scale of 1-5?

Section 6: Challenges in Financial Management

(This section helps answer research question #8)

1. What are the biggest challenges you face in budgeting? (Multiple choice: Low
income, Overspending, Unexpected expenses, Lack of discipline, etc.)
2. What financial habits are difficult for your family to maintain?

Section 7: Recommendations and Insights

(This section helps answer research question #9)

1. What strategies do you think could improve your family's financial


management?
2. What financial support or education would help your family budget better?

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