Shopping and consumerism

Complete these sentence pairs with the most appropriate word or expression in bold. In several cases you will need to change the form of the word (for example, by making it plural or changing the tense).

1. chain / concession
   (A) We don't have our own stores, but we operate in several major department stores across the state.
   (B) I. B. Conningyou is the most successful store in the state, with almost 30 outlets in 12 cities.
2. consumer / customer
   (A) The store is very popular and is always full of .
   (B) Electronic goods such as hi-fi's, televisions, computers and cameras can be bought very cheaply on the Internet.
3. cost / charge
   (A) Despite a fall in oil prices, some gas stations are still drivers too much for their gas.
   (B) Many people are surprised to learn that it doesn't a lot to set up your own website.
4. spend / pay
   (A) A lot of people too much money on fast food when there are far healthier options available in the stores.
   (B) The company a lot for its new computers, but believes it has been worth the investment.
5. credit / debit
   (A) The store is happy to offer regular customers instant at an attractive APR of only 13.5%.
   (B) Thank you for buying your camera from EasyCameras.com. The sum of $220 will be from your account within 5 working days.
6. offer / discount
   (A) Prices in most stores are fixed, but it is often possible to ask for a / an .
   (B) Would you like a brand-new laptop for only $300? If you want to take advantage of this amazing , then hurry to PCPerfect now!
7. exchange / change
   (A) Please check your carefully before leaving the store, as mistakes cannot be rectified later.
   (B) Jade Furnishings Ltd will only damaged goods if they were damaged before they left the store.
8. price / cost
   (A) It is usually cheaper to buy electronic goods on the Internet, where are generally lower than in the stores.
   (B) A lot of stores have been forced out of business because their (including rent, electricity and staffing) is too high.
9. retail / wholesale
   (A) The disks usually cost 50 cents each in the stores, but we buy them direct from the manufacturers for 20 cents each.
   (B) If you go to the store, the price is $250, but it can be up to 40% cheaper if you buy online.
10. for sale / on sale
    (A) The building is for $600,000.
    (B) For all your office equipment needs, come to Berkshire and Hunt, where you will find a large range of products .
11. receipt / bill
    (A) When you pay, make sure that the shop gives you a : you will need this if you have to return goods at a later date.
    (B) Customers are reminded that all must be paid within 5 working days.
12. check / bill
    (A) That meal was delicious! Shall we ask the waiter for the now?
    (B) Can I pay you with a $50 ? I'm sorry I don't have anything smaller.
13. charge / check
    (A) You can pay by cash or .
    (B) The advantage of paying with a card is that you don't have to pay for your goods immediately.
14. economic / economical
    (A) Buying something in large quantities direct from the manufacturer is much more than buying from a store.
    (B) Because of the ongoing situation, we regret that we will cease trading on 15 March.
15. supply / stock
    (A) The item you have requested is currently out of , and we do not expect any further deliveries for two weeks.
    (B) Hanratty's Food Stores are a major chain who the catering industry with the finest and freshest meat, fruit and vegetables.
16. serve / service
    (A) The manager was unhappy when he learnt that some of his customers had to wait 15 minutes to be .
    (B) Fordley and Mantle are very proud of the quality of they offer their customers.
17. demand / supply
    (A) Prices often go up when for a product rises.
    (B) Prices often come down when of a product increases.
18. purchase / merchandise
    (A) The store has a large range of designer available to the public at very low prices.
    (B) Although New York is a popular shopping destination, visitors tend to limit their to one or two major items.
19. return / refund
    (A) We regret to announce that we can only 75% of the original price of your goods if you are unhappy with them.
    (B) If you need to anything to us, please make sure it is well-wrapped and you have paid sufficient postage.
20. team / staff
    (A) If you have a query, please ask a member of .
    (B) The store has done well because it has an excellent management .
21. make / do
    (A) Nowadays, most people their shopping in large malls outside the city.
    (B) The company so much money that it was able to set up a chain of stores across the country.