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You are going to read a list of headings and a text about tips for Readjusting Your Financial Plan to Cope with Postponed Retire
You are going to read a list of headings and a text about tips for Readjusting Your Financial Plan to Cope with Postponed Retire
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2014-06-13
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You are going to read a list of headings and a text about tips for Readjusting Your Financial Plan to Cope with Postponed Retirement. Choose the most suitable heading from the list A - G for each numbered paragraph(1 — 5). The first two paragraphs of the text are not numbered. There are two extra headings which you do not need to use. Mark your answers on ANSWER SHEET1.
[A]Reconsider what kind of work you do
[B]Prepare for longer life expectancy
[C]Understand your options — now and later
[D]Don’t get hung up on age
[E]Figure out your needs and wants
[F]Focus on your body
[G]Prioritize and make trade-offs
I heard recently from an old friend who had been financially responsible her whole life but a layoff several years ago derailed her savings. Now she’ s nearing 60 and panicked about whether she’ll be able to retire when she had originally planned to — if at all. Sound familiar? As the slowly recovering economy plods along, and many Americans confront shortfalls in retirement savings, these are common refrains from baby boomers and Generation X.
It can be a shock to realize that your much-anticipated retirement may not happen on the day — or month or year — you initially imagined it and in the style you dreamed about. But many Americans are continuing to work past the traditional retirement age of 65 — or are reentering the workforce after they’ve retired. July data from the U. S. Bureau of Labor Statistics shows that 7 million Americans age 65 and older were still in the workforce, up 63% from a decade ago. Some may continue working by choice, but many are likely still working due to financial necessity. According to new survey findings from the Society of Actuaries, more than 4 in 10 pre-retirees who do not expect to retire say it’s because they can’t afford to do so. To add to the stress, the emotional adjustment can be an even bigger challenge if you’re reconsidering your retirement date. So if you’re looking at your financial statements with a gulp, what can you do?
【R1】______
You might think of 65 as being the year that you should retire. But consider when and how this "traditional" retirement age originated — and whether it makes any sense today. In 1935 the Social Security Act set the minimum age for receiving full retirement benefits at 65. But men born in 1930 were only expected to live until age 58. Today the average life expectancy is 75 for men and 80 for women. So look on the bright side: you might need to work longer because you’re probably going to live longer.
【R2】______
When calculating your retirement date and income, it’s important to get your financial facts straight about future income sources. Make sure you fully understand your Social Security benefit and what types of accounts your savings are held in. Determine how much your savings may grow if you work for another six months, one year, five years, etc. You may be surprised by how much your nest egg could increase if you delay withdrawals from your tax-deferred employer-sponsored plan, such as 401(k)or 403(b), by staying in the workforce for just a bit longer.
【R3】______
Many people want to keep working past traditional retirement age but have health problems that prevent them from doing so. If your plan is to stay employed, it’s critical to do everything you can to maintain your physical health so you may work as long as you desire. Ensuring that you get adequate exercise, sleep and nutrition can actually be very important financial considerations. Similarly, it’s critical to have adequate health care coverage in place. A recent survey of retirees from the Society of Actuaries indicated that 24% of those interviewed were working in retirement in order to maintain employee benefits like health insurance — a valid financial reason to keep punching the clock. However, taking the time to understand the benefits of Medicare can be advantageous as you make employment choices.
【R4】______
Retirees are going back to work for a variety of reasons. While the Society of Actuaries survey indicated that 51 % of retirees who were working in retirement were in it for additional income, an even greater percentage(55%)said they were still in the workforce because they wanted to stay active and engaged. If you’re working for a living, it might be helpful to think about how work will help you create and maintain your social life, sense of belonging and productivity. If you dread Monday mornings, your decision to stay in a 9-to-5 job may make you feel caged. So liberate yourself by finding something you love to do that will still provide a paycheck. It’s not too late to make a career change into a full-time or part-time job that will help you maintain meaning or challenge you.
【R5】______
If you’re successful with Step 1, you may be wondering how to adjust your financial plan to match your new mind-set. Deciding how much longer you’ll be working will depend on what your essential expenses(needs)and your lifestyle expenses(wants)will be in retirement. Calculating this and adjusting your financial choices can be emotionally taxing, but it’s easier to make the trade-offs now to protect your financial future so you won’t have to make as many later. So take some time to think and choose. Understanding your values and clarifying your priorities can help make these decisions a bit easier.
【R1】
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答案
D
解析
本段前两句暗示65岁的传统退休年龄在今天可能已不适用。第三至五句进一步解释说明,指出三十年代制定退休年龄有关规定时人们的预期寿命比现在短得多。末句据此提出建议.指出应乐观看待工作年限的延长。[D]概括了该段主旨:不必对(退休)年龄耿耿于怀,因为时代发展了。Don’t get hung up与段中You might think…But consider…So look on the bright side…形成的语义场相呼应。[B]有干扰,但本段主要讨论的是“退休年龄(工作年限)”而非“预期寿命”,提到“预期寿命”只是为了说明退休年龄变化的原因。
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