| DomainManaging medical care | Exemplar TaskKeeping current on check-ups, including teeth and eyesAssessing supplements as good, worthless, or 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, e-mail Programming speed-dial for friends, emergencies |
| Maintaining household | Following instructions for operating an applianceKeeping safety devices (fire extinguishers, CO2 alarms) active |
| Managing one’s finances | Budgeting future expenses (housing, utilities, etc.) Completing timely income tax returns |