Be careful of deceptive store claims, like "Save $10" in ads!
By flpoolbum
@flpoolbum (2978)
United States
December 21, 2017 2:28pm CST
BUYERS BEWARE: In this WalMart ad, for example, they want you to think that you are saving $12 on this item. THIS IS NOT TRUE! I buy Nutrish Zero Grain dog food regularly and always look for sales. $22.98 is the price for the 14 POUND BAG. If you just glance at the ad, see the "Save $12", you will be tricked into paying more per pound. Buying the 6 pound bag would cost you 21 cents more per pound: $22.98/14=$1.64; $10.98/6=$1.83. In this case, WalMart is deceiving you, but stores can often use DECEPTIVE methods like this. While the difference is only 21 cents a pound, I would rather keep the 21 cents per pound for myself, not reward WalMart for cheating consumers.
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@flpoolbum (2978)
• United States
21 Dec 17
@BarBaraPrz ~Before cellphones were common, I use to take a calculator to the stores with me. Now most cellphones have calculators. Recently, I went to a grocery store with my teenage and preteenage nephews. I showed them that they can save money because larger sized are usually a better value.
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@KrauseHome (36448)
• United States
23 Dec 17
Unfortunately many stores use this practice, so it is wise to look at the price, and then look at other items around them and decide for yourself which is Best.
