| Domain | Exemplar Task |
|---|
| Managing medical care | Keeping current on check-ups, including teeth and eyes |
| Assessing supplements as good, worthless, harmful |
| Food preparation | Evaluating nutritional information on food labels Preparing and storing food to eliminate spoilage |
| Transportation | Comparing costs of car, taxi, bus, and train |
| Determining quick and safe walking routes |
| Communication | Knowing when and whether to use landline, cell, texting, mail, email |
| Programming speed dial for friends, emergencies |
| Maintaining household | Following instructions for operating an appliance |
| Keeping safety devices (fire extinguishers, CO2 alarms) active |
| Managing one’s finances | Budgeting future expenses (housing, utilities, etc.) |
| Completing timely income tax returns |