LarkVeil 學測英文非選題：購物前的清單與預算 — 範例解析

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The two pictures show a student shopping in two ways. In Picture A, he stands beside a display and reaches for an accessory. His cart is crowded with notebooks, bottles, and containers. He appears excited by the choices and seems ready to add more. In Picture B, the student carries a basket with only a few products. He holds a shopping list, checks the money in his wallet, and examines an item before deciding whether to buy it. Compared with Picture A, this scene shows a slower and more planned way of shopping. Before I buy something, I usually ask myself three questions: Do I need it, will I use it often, and can I afford it? These questions help me separate an actual need from a passing desire. Last month, I wanted a new water bottle because its design caught my attention. However, I remembered that the bottle I already owned still worked well, so I left the store without buying another one. I also keep a list on paper before visiting a store and set a spending limit for the trip. A list keeps me focused, while a budget forces me to compare prices and priorities. Planning does not mean choosing the cheapest product every time. It means considering need, quality, usefulness, and cost before making a decision.