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P6 Unit 6 Reading Practice

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  • Social media influencers have completely ignored the 'buy nothing' trend.
    false
  • Using a credit card makes it easier to see exactly how much money you are spending compared to cash.
    false
  • Charity shops are able to sell every single piece of clothing donated to them.
    false
  • Retailers lose money when customers go shopping.
    false
  • Commercials are designed to make you feel that a product will make you better looking or happier.
    true
  • Online shopping makes it easier for people to make purchases without thinking about them first.
    true
  • If an item at the grocery store is not on your list, the text suggests you should put it back if you don't really need it.
    true
  • It is recommended to wait a week before buying an expensive item to avoid impulse purchases.
    true
  • You should bring more money than your budget allows just in case you find something extra you want.
    false
  • Most British adults do not owe any money to credit card companies.
    false
  • Advertisements always give honest and accurate information about how 'green' a product is.
    false
  • The average person in Britain spends more than £1,000 on new clothes every year.
    true
  • The two friends in Canada saved $55,000 in one year by changing their spending habits.
    true
  • British people are currently buying fewer clothes and shoes than they did in the past.
    false
  • Setting a budget is considered an important first step in being a smart shopper.
    true
  • Clothes from major brands are always expensive and designed to be kept for a long time.
    false
  • Grocery shopping while hungry is a good idea because it helps you choose delicious food.
    false
  • The 'buy nothing' trend originally started in Canada.
    true
  • The majority of discarded clothing in Britain ends up in landfill sites.
    true
  • Creating a list of pros and cons helps you decide if you really need an item or just want it.
    true