LATIHAN SUMATIF SEM 2 (BILINGUAL)

Aisha needs to buy a specific brand of organic tea. She knows it's likely to be more expensive. Which of the following strategies would best demonstrate effective shopping around to balance her desire for the specific tea with potential cost savings?

• Visiting only large supermarkets in her neighbourhood to compare prices.

• Buying the tea immediately at the first store she finds it to ensure she gets the specific brand.

• Checking the online stores of several specialty tea shops and comparing their prices and shipping costs.

• Asking friends if they have seen the tea on sale recently.

Rudi has a limited budget for new clothes. He wants to buy a pair of jeans, a t-shirt, and a sweater. Which approach would most effectively help him maximize the number of items he can purchase within his budget?

• Buying all the items from a single department store to take advantage of loyalty points.

• Visiting several different types of shops (e.g., discount stores, online retailers, department store sales racks) to find the best prices for each item.

• Purchasing the most expensive item (the jeans) first to ensure he gets a good quality pair.

• Asking a salesperson for the cheapest available options in each clothing category.

A new shopping center has opened in town, featuring a mix of high-end boutiques and budget-friendly chain stores. How might a savvy shopper best leverage the variety of shops within this single location?

• Spending the entire budget at the first appealing store they enter.

• Assuming that the prices in the high-end boutiques are always higher than in the chain stores.

• Browsing different types of stores to compare quality and prices for similar items before making any purchases.

• Focusing only on the stores that offer the biggest advertised discounts.

Maria has received a gift voucher for a specific bookstore located in a large shopping mall. She wants to buy several books but is also on a tight personal budget for the month. What is the most strategic way for her to use the voucher while being mindful of her overall spending?

• Researching book prices online and at other bookstores before using the voucher to see if the bookstore in the mall offers competitive prices for additional purchases

• Buying as many books as possible with the voucher without considering the prices.

• Using the voucher to buy only the most expensive book she wants.

• Letting the voucher expire if she doesn't find exactly what she wants on her first visit.

A family needs to buy groceries for the week. They have access to a local market, a supermarket, and a bulk-buying warehouse. Considering both cost and convenience, what would be a REASONABLE strategy for them to shop around effectively?

• Buying all items at the most convenient location, regardless of price.

• Purchasing all items in bulk at the warehouse to get the lowest unit prices.

• Splitting their shopping list randomly among the three locations.

• Comparing prices for staple items across all three locations and buying produce at the local market for freshness.

David is planning to buy a new laptop. He has a specific model in mind but wants to find the best deal. Which of the following actions would be the most effective way for him to shop around?

• Checking the prices at major online retailers, local electronics stores, and potentially waiting for seasonal sales.

• Visiting only local electronics stores to support his community.

• Buying the laptop from the first store that has it in stock.

• Asking friends for recommendations on where to buy laptops.

A tourist is visiting a new city and wants to buy souvenirs. They encounter street vendors, small independent shops, and large department stores in tourist areas. How can they shop around SMARTLY to find unique items at reasonable prices?

• Buying the first souvenir they see to avoid wasting time.

• Comparing the types and prices of souvenirs across different types of vendors and negotiating prices where appropriate.

• Assuming that the department stores will have the highest quality souvenirs.

• Only buying from street vendors as they are likely to have the cheapest items.

Sarah is decorating her new apartment on a limited budget. She needs furniture, kitchenware, and decorative items. Which of the following strategies would be MOST helpful in shopping around effectively?

• Hiring an interior designer to do all the shopping for her.

• Focusing on one type of store at a time (e.g., only furniture stores, then only kitchenware stores).

• Exploring a variety of options, including discount stores, online marketplaces, second-hand shops, and sales at larger retailers.

• Buying the most visually appealing items first and worrying about the budget later.

A school is organizing a fundraising event and needs to purchase prizes in bulk. They have a limited budget. What is the MOST efficient way for them to shop around for suitable prizes?

• Visiting local toy stores and asking for donations.

• Contacting wholesalers and discount suppliers to compare bulk prices and product options.

• Buying individual prizes from various retail stores.

• Asking students to bring in unwanted items as prizes.

Michael wants to buy a new smartphone. He has saved a specific amount of money and is willing to spend up to that limit. How should he shop around to ensure he gets the best value for his money?

• Buying the newest model available, regardless of the price.

• Comparing the features and prices of different models within his budget across various retailers (online and physical stores).

• Only considering brands that his friends recommend.

• Waiting indefinitely for the price of his preferred model to drop significantly.