8726.10 unit-c-6.01 b.ppt
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Directions:Classify each in one of 4 categories:1. Pros of shopping in stores2. Cons of shopping in stores3. Pros of shopping at home4. Cons of shopping at home
Pros & Cons Auction
Directions: Work in pairs. You have in front of you a “Shopping in Stores”
paddle and a “Shopping at Home” paddle, each with “Pro” on one side and “Con” on the other.
As each slide appears, pick up the appropriate paddle to show if the message relates to shopping in stores or shopping at home. If it relates to both, pick up both paddles.
Turn the appropriate side forward to indicate whether the message is a “Pro” or a “Con.”
Partners, please record each answer on the “Pros & Cons” worksheet.
Close to home for last-minute or
emergency shopping
Malls offer special attractions and promotions for
customers
Can obtain special orders
Items are easy to exchange
Limited space
Takes time to buy costly items
Picked-over merchandise
Stores offer special services---e.g., gift
wrapping
Large crowds on sale days and
weekends
Must check seller’s privacy policy before giving personal and financial information
Can try on clothes
Has special prices with a membership
card
Can work with knowledgeable sales people
Must keep a complete record of each transaction
Offer store credit cards
Offer payment plans
May not understand exactly
what you are buying
Buy any time 7 days a week
Can purchase on the spot with TV remote control
Variety of merchandise in
one area
Must find a place to park
Must check reliability, legitimacy, and
security of sellers before buying
Will deliver
If the offer sounds too good to be true,
then it probably
IS NOT
Can buy from the comfort and convenience of your own home
Buy goods and services from a
worldwide market
Will have shipping and handling costs
added
May not know the physical location
of the seller
Must have a credit card to pay
Must check exchange
policy