Describe A Place You Have Been To Where Things Are Expensive

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Where the place is
One of the places I've visited where things were notably expensive is Sydney, ...
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Why you went there
Last spring, I went to Sydney to explore its famous tourist attractions and ...
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What you bought there
While there, I bought a handbag at the Pit Street Mall, one of Sydney's ...
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And explain why you think things are expensive there
Sydney's prices are high due to several factors. Sydney has a high standard of ...
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Part 3
1. Why do some people still use cash?
Some people still use cash because it helps them manage spending more ...
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2. Will the payment be paperless in the future?
The future of payments is likely to be predominantly paperless, driven by ...
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3. What do you think of the view that time is as essential as money?
Yes, time is often considered as important as money. Time is a finite resource ...
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4. Is it more important to choose a job with a high salary or with more time off?
It depends on personal priorities. A high salary can provide financial ...
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5. How important is it to have a variety of payment options?
Having a variety of payment options is very important as it offers flexibility ...
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6. Why are things more expensive in some places than in others?
Things are more expensive in some places due to factors like higher living ...
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