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Wise buying is a positive way in which you can make your money go further. The way you go about purchasing an article or a service can actually (47) you money or can add to the cost. Take the (48) example of a hairdryer. If you are buying a hairdryer, you might think that you are making the (49) buy if you choose one whose look you like and which is also the cheapest (50) price. But when you get it home you may find that it takes twice as long as a more expensive (51) to dry your hair. The cost of the electricity plus the cost of your time could well make your hairdryer the most expensive one of all.
So what principles should you (52) when you go out shopping If you keep your home, your car or any valuable (53) in excellent condition, you’ll be saving money in the long run. Before you buy a new (54) , talk to someone who owns one. If you can, use it or borrow it to check it suits your particular purpose. Before you buy an expensive (55) , or a service, do check the price and what is on offer. If possible, choose (56) three items or three estimates.

• A. material
• B. appliance
• C. best
• D. save
• E. possession
• F. simple
• G. from
• H. in
• I. with
• J. element
  K. easy L. item M. model N. reasonable. O. adopt