Dan has new part time job and wants to buy a car, but he's having a hard time deciding just what car to buy, There are so many choices, and he's getting so much advice from so many people. Mom and Dad are telling him to get a compact. They say," it's practical, the gas and insurance will save you so much." His friends all want him to get a Jeep or some other sport utilility car. Dan wants to make the right choice, and he's asked for your help in making a smart choice.
Just two of Dan's many choice.On this adventure you will access resources on the web that will give you the knowledge to help Dan select a car.
Dan recently started a part time job. His weekly checks are $105.00 per week, after taxes. His dream of buying his first car is about to come true, but Dan never thought the choice of which car to buy would be so tough. Here are some facts about Dan:
1. Dan's will earn $420.00 per month from his part time job.
2. Dan wants to keep $125,00 each month for spending money,
3. Dan's parents have agreed to help with the new car by giving him $150.00 for car expenses each month.
4. Presently Dan has a 3.0 GPA, which qualifies him for a lowered insurance rate.5. Dan anticipates driving 1000 miles per month.
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Start a file to keep all your research for this iAdventure. Research at least two compact cars and two sport utility vehiciles. Make certain to find the gas mileage for all four cars. Get quotes for all four cars from a car dealership. Next, complete a table for each before making a choice about which type Dan should buy. Be certain to keep these in your file.
Here are some hyperlinks to web sites with the data and/or primary documents that will aid your choice.
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