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Table 1 Material deprivation*

From: Income and economic exclusion: do they measure the same concept?

1.

Do you save regularly at least about $20 per month for rainy days or for retirement?

2.

Do you have fresh fruits and vegetables every day?

3.

Do you have a small amount of money to spend each week on yourself?

4.

Do you have meat, fish or vegetarian equivalent every other day?

5.

Are you able to replace worn out furniture?

6.

Do you have appropriate clothes for job interviews?

7.

Are you able to get around either by having a car or by using a monthly bus, subway, or commuter train pass (or equivalent)?

8.

Are you able to have friends or family over for a meal at least once per month?

9.

Do you have at least two pairs of shoes, including one to wear outside in the winter?

10.

Are you able to buy modest presents for family or friends at least once per year?

  1. *Do you have/Are you able to... If no, is it because you cannot afford it?