您当前使用的浏览器无法支持HTML5, 因此只能使用JScript呈现部分要素。 但很抱歉您浏览器中的脚本功能已经关闭。您必须开启脚本功能, 才能完整显示此页面。
ringle-logo
Short
The Million-Dollar Dilemma
Would You Take the Cash or the "Salary"?
Updated: 2026.03.26
3 min read · Intermediate
material_image
The Million-Dollar Dilemma
백만 달러 복권 당첨!!
Articles
Powerball winners can opt for potentially "dangerous" lump sum or "safe bet" annual payments. An accountant gives advice.
Videos
$1 Billion Jackpot: Would You Take an Annuity or Lump Sum? [Financial Breakdown]What Happens When You Win The Lottery?
Discussion Questions
Q1
In your own words, please briefly summarize the article.
여러분의 언어로 교재를 간단히 요약해 주세요.
Q2
What part of the reading resonated with you most?
이번 교재에서 가장 공감하는 내용은 무엇인가요?
Q3
Have you ever faced a decision between a large immediate reward and a smaller long-term benefit?
큰 즉각적인 보상과 더 작은 장기적인 이익 사이에서 선택해야 했던 경험이 있나요?
Q4
Which would you instinctively choose: a lump sum or steady income? Why?
일시금과 꾸준한 수입 중 어떤 것을 더 선호하시나요? 그 이유는 무엇인가요?
Q5
How confident are you in managing a large amount of money all at once?
큰 금액의 돈을 한 번에 관리하는 것에 대해 얼마나 자신감이 있으신가요?
Q6
What matters more to you: financial security or growth potential?
재정적 안정성과 성장 가능성 중 무엇이 더 중요하다고 보시나요?
Q7
How do you personally deal with risks like inflation when making long-term decisions?
장기적인 결정을 내릴 때 인플레이션 같은 위험 요소를 개인적으로 어떻게 다루시나요?
Q8
Do you think guaranteed income reduces stress, or limits opportunity? Why?
보장된 수입은 스트레스를 줄여준다고 보시나요, 아니면 기회를 제한한다고 생각하시나요? 왜 그렇게 보시나요?
Q9
How much does personality influence financial decision-making, in your view?
재정적 의사결정에 성격이 얼마나 큰 영향을 미친다고 보시나요?
Q10
If you have a question or questions that you'd like to discuss during your class, please write them down.
궁금한 점이 있거나 수업 중에 얘기해 보고 싶은 질문이 있으면 적어주세요.
Expressions
windfall
an unexpected amount of money that you get suddenly, often a large amount
例句
1

The company received a $50 million windfall from the sale of its subsidiary.

例句
2

He used his unexpected windfall to pay off all his debts.

ally
a person or thing that gives support and is useful, often over a long period
例句
1

Time is your greatest ally when it comes to long-term investing.

例句
2

The neighboring community became an unexpected ally in their fight for local reform.

handouts
money, food, or clothes given free to someone poor; often used to describe money given to people who ask for it without effort
例句
1

The charity focuses on sustainable development, not just temporary handouts.

例句
2

After winning the lottery, he was constantly asked for handouts by distant relatives.

lump sum
a single payment made at one time, as opposed to a series of smaller payments
例句
1

She decided to take her retirement savings as a lump sum instead of an annuity.

例句
2

Paying for the insurance policy in a lump sum is often cheaper than monthly payments.

temperament
a person's nature, especially as it permanently affects their behavior or emotional responses
例句
1

His calm temperament makes him an excellent crisis manager.

例句
2

The choice between the two options depends heavily on your financial temperament.

본 교재는 당사 편집진이 제작하는 링글의 자산으로 저작권법에 의해 보호됩니다. 링글 플랫폼 외에서 자료를 활용하시는 경우 당사와 사전 협의가 필요합니다.
Loading...
*本教材是专爲使用Ringle学习英文的学员设计。