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an average allowance

Want to see how your parents' dole stacks up to everyone else's? Then check out this article from ABCNews.com. In 1997, according to the study cited, kids 12 to 18 received an average of over $100 per week in allowance and other money. Not surprisingly, the offspring of loaded moms and dads got the most weekly cash, typically a staggering $175! If you're still getting somewhat less than this, I suggest printing out this article and showing it to the folks; if they feel shamed into increasing their generosity, then mission accomplished!

Wed, 29 Dec 1999 08:51:24 -0800