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What is a primary advantage of weekly markets for shoppers?
What is a primary advantage of weekly markets for shoppers?
Weekly markets typically offer fixed prices without room for bargaining.
Weekly markets typically offer fixed prices without room for bargaining.
False (B)
How does Sameer, the clothes seller, operate his business in the weekly markets?
How does Sameer, the clothes seller, operate his business in the weekly markets?
Sameer buys clothes wholesale and sells them in different markets throughout the week.
During festival times, such as Deepavali or Pongal, Sameer experiences _______ business.
During festival times, such as Deepavali or Pongal, Sameer experiences _______ business.
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Why do people prefer shopping in markets with a wide array of goods?
Why do people prefer shopping in markets with a wide array of goods?
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Neighborhood shops generally offer a wider variety of goods compared to weekly markets.
Neighborhood shops generally offer a wider variety of goods compared to weekly markets.
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Besides weekly markets, name one alternative place where people commonly purchase goods and services.
Besides weekly markets, name one alternative place where people commonly purchase goods and services.
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Match the following locations with the types of items one might typically purchase there.
Match the following locations with the types of items one might typically purchase there.
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Which of the following best describes the role of a wholesale trader?
Which of the following best describes the role of a wholesale trader?
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A retailer typically purchases goods directly from the factory or producer.
A retailer typically purchases goods directly from the factory or producer.
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Describe the main difference in the purchasing habits of a wholesale trader and a retailer.
Describe the main difference in the purchasing habits of a wholesale trader and a retailer.
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The market where goods first arrive in a city before being supplied to other traders is known as the ______ market.
The market where goods first arrive in a city before being supplied to other traders is known as the ______ market.
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Match the market participant with their role in the supply chain:
Match the market participant with their role in the supply chain:
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Why is a chain of markets necessary for distributing goods?
Why is a chain of markets necessary for distributing goods?
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Why were Sujata and Kavita discouraged from entering the branded clothing shop?
Why were Sujata and Kavita discouraged from entering the branded clothing shop?
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Buying and selling in wholesale markets primarily takes place between consumers.
Buying and selling in wholesale markets primarily takes place between consumers.
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Branded goods are typically more affordable than non-branded goods in urban markets.
Branded goods are typically more affordable than non-branded goods in urban markets.
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Which of the following individuals is most likely to purchase plastic items from a wholesale trader?
Which of the following individuals is most likely to purchase plastic items from a wholesale trader?
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What is a key difference between shopping in a mall and shopping in a weekly market regarding price negotiation?
What is a key difference between shopping in a mall and shopping in a weekly market regarding price negotiation?
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Goods are produced in factories, on farms, and in ______.
Goods are produced in factories, on farms, and in ______.
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Match the market type with its characteristic:
Match the market type with its characteristic:
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Which of the following factors contribute to the higher price of branded goods?
Which of the following factors contribute to the higher price of branded goods?
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Shop owners typically procure their goods directly from factories or farms.
Shop owners typically procure their goods directly from factories or farms.
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In what types of markets are branded goods typically sold?
In what types of markets are branded goods typically sold?
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Why did Sujata show her notebook to the shopkeeper?
Why did Sujata show her notebook to the shopkeeper?
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Goods sold in permanent shops are typically cheaper than those sold in weekly markets or by roadside hawkers.
Goods sold in permanent shops are typically cheaper than those sold in weekly markets or by roadside hawkers.
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What is one advantage of shopping at neighborhood shops compared to larger shopping complexes?
What is one advantage of shopping at neighborhood shops compared to larger shopping complexes?
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Sujata's family will pay for the groceries in the first week of ______.
Sujata's family will pay for the groceries in the first week of ______.
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Match the following types of shops with their characteristics:
Match the following types of shops with their characteristics:
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What is a key difference between neighborhood shops and shops in a mall like Anzal Mall?
What is a key difference between neighborhood shops and shops in a mall like Anzal Mall?
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Which of the following is an advantage of buying from the neighborhood shops?
Which of the following is an advantage of buying from the neighborhood shops?
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All shops in the markets are only permanent shops.
All shops in the markets are only permanent shops.
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Aftab buys vegetables at an auction and then sells them to:
Aftab buys vegetables at an auction and then sells them to:
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All markets require physical presence for buying and selling goods.
All markets require physical presence for buying and selling goods.
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What is the approximate time that hawkers and shopkeepers start coming to the market?
What is the approximate time that hawkers and shopkeepers start coming to the market?
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People in urban areas can enter markets without stepping out of their homes via the ______.
People in urban areas can enter markets without stepping out of their homes via the ______.
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Match the following roles with their actions in the vegetable market:
Match the following roles with their actions in the vegetable market:
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What do the hawkers and shopkeepers need to do, so that they can open their shops around ten in the morning?
What do the hawkers and shopkeepers need to do, so that they can open their shops around ten in the morning?
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Buying and selling always occurs directly through shops in a market.
Buying and selling always occurs directly through shops in a market.
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What is the mode of payment for online purchases?
What is the mode of payment for online purchases?
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Which of the following best describes the relationship between factories and shops in the context of the provided information?
Which of the following best describes the relationship between factories and shops in the context of the provided information?
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The chain of markets primarily benefits only the producers and sellers, not the consumers.
The chain of markets primarily benefits only the producers and sellers, not the consumers.
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Describe one way in which the economic situations of shop owners in a weekly market and those in a shopping complex typically differ.
Describe one way in which the economic situations of shop owners in a weekly market and those in a shopping complex typically differ.
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The formation of a chain of markets encourages __________ and creates new opportunities for people to earn.
The formation of a chain of markets encourages __________ and creates new opportunities for people to earn.
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Match the market type with the typical economic status of its participants:
Match the market type with the typical economic status of its participants:
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Which of the following is a key factor determining whether individuals can participate as buyers or sellers in different markets?
Which of the following is a key factor determining whether individuals can participate as buyers or sellers in different markets?
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Which statement accurately reflects the roles of different entities in the supply chain?
Which statement accurately reflects the roles of different entities in the supply chain?
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Explain why the availability of goods in markets encourages increased production.
Explain why the availability of goods in markets encourages increased production.
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Flashcards
Weekly Markets
Weekly Markets
Places where various goods are sold on a regular basis, offering convenience and choice.
Sameer
Sameer
A small trader who sells clothes in different weekly markets, buying from larger traders.
Customer Choice
Customer Choice
The availability of different products allows customers to select what they prefer.
Goods Variety
Goods Variety
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Shopping Experience
Shopping Experience
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Crowded Stores
Crowded Stores
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Festival Shopping
Festival Shopping
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Grocery Shopping
Grocery Shopping
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Branded Goods
Branded Goods
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Non-Branded Goods
Non-Branded Goods
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Shopping Complex
Shopping Complex
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Malls
Malls
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Goods Procurement
Goods Procurement
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Market Prices
Market Prices
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Bargaining
Bargaining
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Sujata's notebook
Sujata's notebook
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Credit system
Credit system
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Permanent shops
Permanent shops
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Roadside stalls
Roadside stalls
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Neighborhood shops
Neighborhood shops
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Market variety
Market variety
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Local vendors
Local vendors
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Wholesale Trader
Wholesale Trader
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Role of Traders
Role of Traders
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Retailer
Retailer
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Vegetable Mandi
Vegetable Mandi
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Supply Chain
Supply Chain
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Godown
Godown
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Buying in Bulk
Buying in Bulk
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Market Distribution
Market Distribution
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Aftab's Auctions
Aftab's Auctions
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Vegetable Storage
Vegetable Storage
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Hawkers and Shopkeepers
Hawkers and Shopkeepers
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Market Timing
Market Timing
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Online Purchases
Online Purchases
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Sales Representatives
Sales Representatives
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Different Market Forms
Different Market Forms
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Credit Card Shopping
Credit Card Shopping
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Chain of Markets
Chain of Markets
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Market Inequality
Market Inequality
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Hawker vs. Shop Owner
Hawker vs. Shop Owner
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Production Encouragement
Production Encouragement
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Buyer Accessibility
Buyer Accessibility
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Equal Rights in Markets
Equal Rights in Markets
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Study Notes
Markets Around Us
- People go to markets to buy everyday items like vegetables, soap, toothpaste, rice, bread, clothes, etc.
- Markets vary, from small neighbourhood shops to weekly markets, large shopping complexes, and malls.
- This chapter explores how goods reach buyers, identifies sellers, and examines the challenges they face.
Weekly Markets
- Held on specific days of the week.
- Do not have permanent shops; traders set up stalls daily.
- Goods typically cheaper due to lower overhead costs (no rent, lower wages).
- Bargaining is common; buyers can negotiate prices.
- Often feature sellers providing services like clothes and other goods.
Neighbourhood Shops
- Offer a variety of goods, including milk, groceries, stationary, and medicines.
- Shops are usually located near homes/communities.
- Often offer goods and services on credit (delayed payment).
Shopping Complexes/Malls
- Large, multi-story buildings with numerous shops.
- Usually contain both branded and non-branded goods; often more expensive than other markets.
- Prices are commonly fixed—less bargaining.
- Security and management often different to protect the variety of goods.
Chain of Markets
- Goods often travel through different markets before reaching consumers.
- This chain involves producers, wholesale traders, and retailers.
- A wholesale trader would buy goods in bulk from producers.
- Retailers sell the goods, in smaller quantities, to customers.
Markets and Equality
- Weekly market sellers often face challenges of low income.
- Shopping mall stores usually have much higher earning potential.
Markets Everywhere
- People can buy goods and services at markets or via other processes, such as online orders.
- Buying and selling can occur in various locations beyond specific markets.
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Explore the advantages of weekly markets and the roles of traders. Understand wholesale vs retail and how goods are supplied. Identify common shopping locations and their typical items.