Buying a Used Car Scenario
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Jeff can afford a down payment of $1,500 for the used car.

False (B)

The asking price for the car Jeff is interested in is $8,500.

True (A)

The salesman informs Jeff that he can keep his monthly payments under $300 without increasing the down payment.

False (B)

Jeff is considering buying a similar car from a friend that comes with a warranty.

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Jeff has a budget for monthly payments up to $275.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Jeff can afford a down payment of $______.

<p>1,200</p> Signup and view all the answers

The asking price for the car Jeff is considering is $______.

<p>8,500</p> Signup and view all the answers

Jeff's friend is selling a similar car, but it does not come with a ______.

<p>warranty</p> Signup and view all the answers

The salesman suggests that Jeff needs to make a larger down payment to keep monthly payments under $______.

<p>300</p> Signup and view all the answers

Jeff needs to save some money for car ______.

<p>insurance</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Maximum monthly payment

The highest amount Jeff can afford to pay monthly for a used car.

Down payment

An initial payment made when purchasing a car.

Asking price

The price the seller wants for the used car.

Warranty

A guarantee of the car's condition for a specific time.

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Car Insurance

Financial provision for covering damages related to car ownership.

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Jeff's budget

The amount of money Jeff has available for the down payment and monthly payments for the used car. It includes his $1,200 down payment and $275 maximum monthly payment.

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Dealership's offer

The salesman's suggestion that Jeff needs to put more money down to keep the monthly payments below $300.

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Trade-off

Jeff has to choose between a warranty and a lower price by considering the friend's car without a warranty versus the dealership's car with a warranty.

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Warranty's role

The 90-day warranty on the dealership's car provides a guarantee of the car's condition for a specific time, potentially covering repairs.

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Insurance factor

Jeff wants to keep some money aside for car insurance, which is important for covering damages or accidents.

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Study Notes

Buying a Used Car

  • Jeff is trying to buy a used car.
  • He can afford a 1,200downpaymentandupto1,200 down payment and up to 1,200downpaymentandupto275 per month.
  • The car salesman wants a higher down payment to keep monthly payments under $300.
  • The asking price for the car is $8,500.
  • This price includes a 90-day warranty.
  • Jeff cannot afford the higher down payment or higher monthly payments.
  • He needs money for car insurance.
  • Another car, with similar features, is available from a friend, but it doesn't include a warranty.

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Description

This quiz explores the challenges Jeff faces while attempting to purchase a used car. With a limited budget for down payment and monthly payments, he must navigate the market and evaluate his options, including warranties and offerings from friends. Test your understanding of budgeting and decision-making in used car purchases.

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