Succeeding in the World of WorkSection 2:
You, the ConsumerAfter You Read Section Review AnswersReview Key Concepts - Pay attention to quality; plan the timing of your purchase; take advantage of discount stores; use coupons and special discounts; and consider buying used items.
- Possible answer: bait and switch, in which a lower-priced item is used to attract customers who are then encouraged to buy a similar product at a higher price.
- Never give personal financial information over the phone if you did not place the call; do not send money to an unknown business or organization.
Practice Academic Skills- Summaries may include writing a record of all purchase in a notebook, diary, or other type of journal. Tracking purchases allows you to review your choices to see if you made smart shopping decisions.
- Essays should demonstrate comprehension of the section text.
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