Dollar Store Shopping Strategies

The video provides strategies for maximizing savings at dollar stores like Dollar Tree, Family Dollar, and Dollar General. It emphasizes starting with online research to find larger stores with more selection. In-store, shoppers should compare prices, especially for name-brand items, to ensure the best deals. The video advises buying items like greeting cards and party supplies while avoiding electronics. It also highlights the use of both store and manufacturer coupons for additional savings.

What is the first step to getting the most value from dollar stores?

• Visiting the store directly

• Starting preparation at home

• Avoiding smaller stores

• Buying only name-brand products

How can you identify a larger dollar store with more selection?

• By checking if it has refrigerated foods

• By the color of its logo

• By its location in a busy area

• By the number of employees

What should you do if you want to find a store with a wide selection?

• Look for stores with fresh produce and ATMs

• Visit the store during peak hours

• Select a store with fewer categories

• Choose the store closest to you

Why is it important to calculate the price per unit when shopping?

• To make shopping faster

• To avoid buying any name-brand products

• To compare prices effectively between stores

• To ensure you buy the most expensive items

What is a better deal for hefty bags according to the video?

• Buying online

• Buying at a local grocery store

• Buying at Walmart

• Buying at Dollar Tree

What is the price per bag for hefty bags at Walmart?

• 11 cents

• 15 cents

• 18 cents

• 25 cents

Which of the following is recommended to buy at dollar stores?

• Fresh produce

• High-end cosmetics

• Greeting cards

• Electronics

Why should you avoid buying electronics at dollar stores?

• They are too expensive

• They are not available

• They may not work properly

• They are always out of stock

Which item is not recommended to buy at dollar stores?

• Party supplies

• Electronics

• Paper plates

• Greeting cards

What is a good strategy for saving more at dollar stores?

• Only buying items on sale

• Using both store and manufacturer coupons

• Shopping only during weekends

• Avoiding all name-brand products