Here's how the month actually went:

Sam made $$450$ extra dollars in overtime pay this month. Rent went up by $$225,$ starting this month. He went out for dinner for a friend's birthday, where he spent $$150.$ He needed an oil change, so he spent an extra $$100$ on gas and oil, as well as $$34$ for parking. He also had to spend $$220$ for car repairs. He then bought new running shoes for $$80,$ personal items for $$60,$$$36$ for a birthday present for his mother. Lastly, he had to pay $$230$ for a speeding tickets!

$3.$ Prepare a monthly budget for Sam based on actual results. Be sure to show gross income, disposable income, and discretionary income.

$4.$ How much does he have leftover at the end of the month to put into savings?

$5.$ Compare the two "income statements" and answer the following questions.

a$.$ What is the difference between his planned and actual spending?

b$.$ In which areas did he overspend?

c$.$ In what areas did he underspend?

d$.$ Suggest ways that Sam can decrease his spending in appropriate areas.