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complete the formula

Use only one of these symbols (+ - × ÷) to complete the formula:
10 10 10 = 9.50

Answer first before turning to page 44 for the answer.

1. You want to purchase a relatively expensive necklace for your wife. You asked for its price and you believe that
it’s a bit higher than the usual price. You are discussing with the sales person the following:
a. 5% discount
b. another necklace that is cheaper than what you want
Sample answer:
Is it possible to get a 5% discount for this necklace? I think your price is a bit higher than in other stores. Or perhaps you could show me another
necklace that suits my budget. I’m only willing to spend a maximum of $500.

2. You are a marketing officer in the company. Your immediate superior gave you an instruction to purchase as
much raw materials as you can with a specified amount of money. You called your supplier and try to negoti-
ate the following:

a. Request for additional raw materials
b. Invited her to talk outside

Sample answer:
Hello Simon! This is Cara from Texicon Corp. I’m calling to request for additional raw materials. You know it’s the peak season so we have to
double our production outputs. By the way, could you give me a discount for this? This will be your third delivery for this month so I’m expecting
a reduction on these prices.

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