That accidental crack is going to set you back. 

Answer: $29 to $379

Questions:

• Have you damaged your phone in the last year? If so, have you gotten it repaired?
• The cost of AppleCare+ is either a one-time fee of $199 or $10 per month. If you want loss and theft protection too, it’s $269 or $13.49 per month. Is having this insurance a “good deal?” Explain your thinking.
• Do you carry cell phone insurance? Why or why not?

Here's the ready-to-go slides for this Question of the Day that you can use in your classroom.

Behind the numbers (Consumer Reports):

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The Bummer Arcade game will bring these insurance concepts to life for your students. 

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About the Author

Mason Butts

After graduating from UCLA with a Master's in Education, Mason spent 5 years as a science educator in a South Los Angeles public high school. He is committed to supporting the holistic growth of all students and empowering them to live a life of relational, academic, and financial success. Now settled in the Bay Area, Mason enjoys facilitating professional developments and partnering with educators as they prepare students for a bright financial future. When Mason is not building curriculum or planning a training, he can be found cycling, trying new foods, and exploring the outdoors.