Cheap dates, costly leave
Training 1925 minutesholiday date cost
A weekend trip costs $500. Weekdays cost $350 but require 2 unpaid days at $90 each.
Training goal: Compare spending and actual lost income
▶ Play this trainingSituation
1. There are no other differences.
- Full weekday cost is $530
- A $150 saving
- Both options cost the same
2. Paid leave is confirmed for those weekdays, with unchanged income.
- Still add $180 of lost wages
- Treat leave days as unlimited
- Cash savings are now $150
3. The cheaper fare excludes required luggage. Adding it costs $50.
- Treat any extra charge as deception
- Total $400, saving $100
- Keep the $150 saving
4. Your leave date may still change, and the cheaper ticket is nonrefundable.
- Compare potential loss with a flexible fare
- Buy now because savings were calculated
- Assume insurance covers any cancellation
What you will learn
- Forgone income belongs in the comparison
- Paid leave changes the cash calculation
- Ticket flexibility has a price
Your real-life step
Compare two trip dates with matching services and actual leave terms.
Questions and answers
Are weekdays always cheaper?
No. Compare the full cost of your own trip.
Does paid leave count as lost pay?
No, if pay truly stays unchanged. Consider leave days separately.
Is a flexible ticket always better?
It depends on the premium, terms and date uncertainty.
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Numbers are illustrative. A game, not financial advice.