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Variable

UK Data Service variable record for:

BBC Big Money Test, 2011

Variable Details

Variableq172
LabelPlanning ahead - What would you be most likely to do if you had an unexpected major expense (an expense equivalent to your income for a whole month or more)?
Responses
1 I would not be able to make ends meet 140
2 I would apply for a loan 65
3 I would be able to cut back on spending 305
4 I would be able to take on additional work 37
5 I have savings/spare cash to tide me over 2349
6 I would ask family and friends to help out 393
7 I would use my credit card or overdraft 580
DisclaimerPlease note that these frequencies are not weighted.
LocationBBC Big Money Test, 2011
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