Definition:
Variable expenses are budget items that you can change the amount on. For example your food budget, electricity and gasoline bills are all variable expenses. The amount may also change from month to month according to what you spend.
By Miriam Caldwell, About.com Guide
Variable expenses are budget items that you can change the amount on. For example your food budget, electricity and gasoline bills are all variable expenses. The amount may also change from month to month according to what you spend.
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