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Question 1) Buying a Used Car vs. Buying a New Car

Buying a car is a thrilling experience. It marks a step into adulthood, shows that you are willing to take on responsibility and that you can finance yourself. Unfortunately, since every individual is not a millionaire, investing in a car is not an easy decision and one that should certainly not be taken on impulse. A lot of thought should be put into the decision. Whether buying a new car or one that is used, each has its advantages and disadvantages. A used car means that you will not have to spend as much as you would if you were to buy a new car. You can find pretty reasonable deals and often find a diamond in the rough which means after a little work, it will be worth more than what you paid to acquire it. Comparatively, a new car will cost you a lot more but will definitely not require any work and you can rest assured that the engine will not cause you problems for a few years. Another factor that also should be considered is how you view yourself in society. Many people find it derogatory to be seen in an older, used car and prefer to be seen in latest models, fresh off the production line. Conclusively, except for the finances, it is totally up to your comfort, your safety and your personal preference.

Krebs, M. (2012) Advantages of New and Used Cars, data retrieved on August 9, 2012 from http://www.cars.com/go/advice/Story.jsp?section=buy&story=nuIntro&subject=new_used

Question 2) Initial Reactions

As the oldest child and a concerned sibling, my initial reactions to the article were of agreement. Media has been sabotaging the minds of the youth for far too long. Music has become obscene poetry, movies have become milder forms of pornography ...