Home EC 11 - Module 1 Study Set #4 (LUOA)

A good way to consistently save money while shopping at the grocery store is to - take advantage of the weekly specials - take advantage of the manager's specials - take advantage of store coupons - all of these - take advantage of the manufactures' coupons

- all of these

Explain the difference between a Gift Card and a Customer Card.

- gift card: allows one to purchase anything in the store given the amount of money present on the card - customer cards: "programs" one must sign up for within the store that typically enlightens customers on deals, free products, and points that correspond to specific discounts that the store provides.

Explain why it is a good idea to be flexible when shopping at the grocery store.

Having ideas of different meals/snack options instead of solely one or two allows one to have an open mind when shopping, making the shopping trip smooth, stress free, and productive.

What is very helpful to have when shopping for food at the grocery store? - a friend to pass the time quickly - none of these - children because they can tell you what they like and don't like - a list

a list

Many claim that the larger, super-center discount stores - offer lower prices than smaller shops - all of these - have better return policies than smaller shops - have more of a selection than smaller shops - none of these

all of these

what is it called if you purchase one at full price, you get another free?

bogo

what is it called if you purchase one at full price, you get another for 1/2 off?

bogo1/2

what is it called if a company allows customers to get a discount on their produce?

manufacturer's coupon

what is it called if something displays the exact cost of the item, either per ounce, per item, or per piece?

price per unit cost

what is it called if a store allows customers to get a discount on selected items?

store coupon

A Manager's Special is often a result of an over-buy, mistake in ordering, shelf life is about to expire, over-ripe fruits and vegetables, or other incentive to move product quickly. (true or false)?

true

In some towns, the large "super-center" stores have driven out the smaller shops (true or false)

true

It is a good idea to be hungry when going to the grocery store because otherwise the food might not be appealing and you won't buy enough (true or false)

true

Many claim that getting to know the local small shop owners and workers gives better attention and better customer service (true or false)?

true