The Bulletin Poll: Fuel for Thought
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Source: AARP Bulletin
Date Posted: 2007-07-05 15:01:00-04:00
Do you think this year you will pay $4 a gallon for regular, unleaded gasoline?
Has the price of gasoline caused any financial hardship for you or your household?
Is it a severe hardship that affects your ability to maintain your current standard of living or is it a moderate hardship that affects you somewhat but does not jeopardize your current standard of living?
| Severe hardship | 21% |
| Moderate hardship | 78% |
Have you modified your lifestyle in any way due to rising gas costs, such as:
(Yes responses for 50+)
| | 2005 | 2007 |
| Limited your daily driving | 50% | 60% |
| Limited travel or vacations | 40% | 50% |
| Increased use of public transportation | 8% | 10% |
| Increased walking to use car less | 22% | 20% |
| Reduced spending in other areas to offset higher gas prices | 38% | 45% |
| Reduced saving because of higher gas prices | 39% | 42% |
| Reduced visits with family and friends | 31% | 42% |
Survey of 1,030 adults age 18 and older conducted by ICR between May 31 and June 4, 2007.
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