1. Research the methods of saving and investing. Create a model or diagram summarizing the types of savings and investment plans and their levels of risk. Which plan would be the best for an emergency fund? Explain your answer.

2. Based on your findings in part (1), do you think buying stock in a strong company would be a good short-term savings strategy?

3. Interview five adults about the methods they use to save and invest. Record your finding in a table or spreadsheet. Share your findings with the class and explain why you think they selected these methods based on their ages and family situations.