Letters For Validators 1
Letters For Validators 1
ALEXANDRIA T. DELMORO
Assistant Restaurant Manager
Jollibee Arayat
Dear Sir;
Greetings!
The undersigned is presently conducting a research study titled Inflation’s Grip: Analyzing the
Effects of Rising Prices on Spending Patterns and Living Standards among Minimum Wage
Earners. This is in relation to the requirement set forth for the completion of a Bachelor of Science
in Accountancy degree. The respondents are the minimum wage earners of San Fernando,
Pampanga.
In connection with this, may I respectfully request your assistance in validating the attached
questionnaire as presented herein?
Validator’s Assessment
The Questionnaire is valid and can provide unbiased data. Yes [ ] No [ ]
The Questionnaire is capable of generating the data needed. Yes [ ] No [ ]
The Questionnaire is presented in clear and simple format Yes [ ] No [ ]
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Thank you very much.
Noted by:
YURI WALTER D. AKIATE, PhD
Research Adviser
Approved:
ALEXANDRIA T. DELMORO
Assistant Restaurant Manager, Jollibee Arayat
Republic of the Philippines
DON HONORIO VENTURA STATE UNIVERSITY
Bacolor, Pampanga
In recent years, inflation has exerted a significant influence on the financial well-being of
all individuals and every household, especially those earning minimum wage. The insistent
increase in prices for essential goods and services has raised pressing concerns about its
consequences on the spending patterns and living standards of this vulnerable group. Despite the
prominence of inflation in economic discourse, there remains a need to thoroughly investigate the
complex effects of rising prices on the sector of minimum wage workers.
1. How have minimum wage earners adjusted their spending patterns? To what extent have they
cut back on unnecessary expenses, and how has this affected their overall spending pattern?
2. How has inflation affected the living standards of minimum wage earners, including their ability
to afford necessities, maintain a decent quality of life, and save for the future? What are the specific
areas where their living standards have been most severely affected?
3. Do changes in spending patterns due to inflation have an impact on the overall living standards
of minimum wage earners?
4. What strategies and coping mechanisms have minimum wage earners adopted in response to
rising inflation? Have they sought additional sources of income, resorted to debt, or made changes
in their employment status?
5. What policy measures, if any, can be implemented to mitigate the adverse effects of inflation
on minimum wage earners? Are there potential interventions that could provide them with greater
economic stability and security in the face of inflationary pressures?
By addressing these questions, this research study seeks to elucidate the intricate
relationship between inflation and the financial well-being of minimum wage earners. The results
of this study can ultimately contribute to the development of informed policies and initiatives that
safeguard the economic interests and living standards of this vulnerable segment of the population.
Republic of the Philippines
DON HONORIO VENTURA STATE UNIVERSITY
Bacolor, Pampanga
INTERVIEW GUIDE
Greetings,
In this study, we aim to delve into the intricate relationship between the persistent rise in
prices and the daily lives of individuals who earn the minimum wage. The research aims to shed
light on the challenges faced by this segment of society concerning their spending behaviors and
overall quality of life due to the economic phenomenon of inflation.
Your valuable insights and experiences as a participant are of immense significance to this
research. By sharing your perspectives, challenges, and coping mechanisms, we can collectively
contribute to a deeper understanding of the impact of inflation on living standards and spending
patterns.
Your participation will be treated with the utmost confidentiality, and your responses will
be anonymous to ensure privacy and integrity throughout the study. Your time and input are greatly
appreciated and will significantly contribute to the advancement of knowledge in this critical field.
Thank you for taking the time to participate in our research.
Respectfully yours,
1. Have you observed any shifts in your spending habits or preferences during periods of
higher inflation rates?
a. How do you budget your expenditures, especially for your "basic needs"?
2. Can you describe any trade-offs or sacrifices you have had to make in your budget?
1. What policy measures, if any, would you like to suggest to mitigate the adverse effects of
inflation on minimum wage earners?