The Case for Used
Written by Studio AM.
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Many phones, cars, and pieces of furniture sell for less once they are used. Drive a new car off the lot, and it may be worth thousands less the same day. This is why buying used can be a wise choice. An earlier owner may have absorbed that first drop in value. A carefully checked used item can sometimes meet your needs for less money. Compare its condition, repair costs, and any warranty as well as its price.
The key is to check with care. Look closely, ask questions, and test the thing before you pay. For a car, a trusted mechanic can spot hidden trouble. For furniture, check joints, damage, and signs of pests.
Not everything should be bought used; some items, like a mattress or safety gear, are better new. But for many things, used is not a step down. It is a way to get what you need and keep more of your money.
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Question 1 of 4
What is the passage mainly about?
The answer is A: Buying used, when checked carefully, can save money without giving up quality
The passage argues that used items, checked with care, save money and still serve well.
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Question 2 of 4
According to the text, who can spot hidden trouble in a used car?
The answer is B: A trusted mechanic
The text says "a trusted mechanic can spot hidden trouble."
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Question 3 of 4
What does the passage mean by an earlier owner absorbing a first drop in value?
The answer is B: The earlier owner may have absorbed a drop from the new price.
The first owner may bear the initial fall in resale value. The passage does not establish that this is every car’s largest lifetime loss.
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Question 4 of 4
In this passage, "value" most nearly means
The answer is B: what something is worth in money
A car "worth thousands less" has lost value, so value is what a thing is worth in money.
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