The Money PagesWhich Umbrella Is the Better Buy?
One costs less. The other might last longer. What else should you check?
Two made-up umbrellas cost $4 and $9. The $4 one breaks after two rainy walks. The $9 one lasts longer in this example.
A low price matters. So does whether an item works and lasts. Durability means how well something holds up over time.
But someone with only $4 can't simply choose the $9 umbrella. That matters, too.
Could they borrow one, fix an old one, or find another choice?
Compare the price, the job it needs to do, and the money you have. A higher price doesn't always mean better quality.
Money words
Durability
How well something lasts when you use it.
Think about cost, usefulness, and how long an item may last. A higher price does not always mean better quality.
