What happened to Ted after he spent his benefits on a stereo system and did not pay rent?

• A. Budgeted wisely
• B. Spending his entire monthly benefits on a stereo system and did not pay rent
• C. Received a loan
• D. Won a prize

Answer: (B)

Managing monthly benefits means prioritizing essentials, especially housing. When Ted spends all of his benefits on a stereo and doesn’t pay rent, the direct result is that housing money is exhausted and his rent goes unpaid. This shows poor budgeting and prioritization, which can lead to housing instability, eviction risks, and mounting debt.

In peer support practice, you’d guide someone to allocate funds for housing first, track expenses, and develop a plan to avoid sacrificing essential needs for nonessential purchases. The other options describe positive budgeting or unrelated events, which don’t fit the consequence shown.