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![Screen Shot 2015-06-29 at 9.31.09 AM](https://img.money.com/2015/06/screen-shot-2015-06-29-at-9-31-09-am.png)

Answering "What are you looking for in terms of salary?" is a tricky question to answer, especially early on in the interview process. Dodging the question by asking "I'd actually like to talk a little more about the job responsibilities" is a good way to deflect. Try to prepare yourself by using tools like [PayScale](http://www.payscale.com) and [Glassdoor](http://www.glassdoor.com) to find out what other people earn for similar jobs at the company. It's important to remember there's more to your income than your salary; you can feel comfortable including your benefits, 401(k) matching, and bonuses when talking about your current compensation.

*Read next: The Secret Formula that Will Set You Apart in a Salary Negotiation*

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