Wise buying is a positive way in which you can make your money go further. T he way you go about purchasing an article or a service can actually 46 you money or can add to the cost. Take the 47 example of a hairdryer. I f you are buying a hairdryer, you might think that you are making the 48 buy if you choose one whose look you like and which is also the cheapest 49 price. B ut when you get it home you may find that it takes twice as long as more expensive 50 to dry your hair. T he cost of the electricity plus the cost of your time could well make your hairdryer the most expensive one of all. S o what principles should you 51 when you go out shopping? I f you keep your home, your car or any valuable 52 in excellent condition, you ’ ll be saving money in the long run. B efore you buy a new 53 , talk to someone who owns one. I f you can, use it or borrow it to check whether it suits your particular purpose. B efore you buy an 54 appliance, or a service, do check the price and what is on offer. I f possible, choose 55 three items or three estimates. A. possession B. save C. best D. expensive E. material F. from G . simple H. with I. in J. waste K. model L. item M . easy N. adopt O. reasonable