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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 　　1　　 your money or can add 　　2　　 the cost．

　　Take the 　　3　　 example of a hairdryer．If you are buying a hairdryer, you might think that you are making the 　　4　　 buy if you choose one whose look you like and which is also the cheapest 　　5　　 price．But when you get it home you may find that it 　　6　　 twice as long as a more expensive model to dry your hair．The cost of the electricity plus the cost of your time could well 　　7　　 your hairdryer the most expensive one of all．

　　So what principles should you adopt when you go out shopping?If you 　　8　　 your home, your car or any valuable 　　9　　 in excellent condition, you’ll be saving money in the long run．

　　Before you buy a new appliance, talk to someone who owns one．If you can, use it or borrow it to check whether it suits your particular 　　10　　．Before you buy an expensive item or a service, do check the price and what is on offer．If possible, choose from three items or three estimates．

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