Tema 10.1: Reading. Uses of the present continuous.

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TEMA 10.1: USES OF THE PRESENTE CONTINUOUS

READING

USOS DEL PRESENTE CONTINUO

SOLVED EXERCISES ERR.10.1.1

Practica la lectura tomando en cuenta los audios:

Checkout:

                                          AR.10.1.1

The "checkout" is the final process of completing a purchase in e-commerce or a physical store. It's the moment when the customer pays for selected items and finalizes the transaction.

Customer:

                                          AR.10.1.2

A "customer" is an individual who buys products or services offered by a store, company, or provider. They are essential to any business as their purchases drive revenue.

Shopping:

                                          AR.10.1.3

"Shopping" refers to the activity of purchasing goods or services. It can be recreational, therapeutic, or a necessity depending on circumstances and consumer preferences.

Employee:

                                          AR.10.1.4

An "employee" is a person hired by a company or organization to perform specific tasks in exchange for a salary or compensation. Employees play crucial roles such as customer service, inventory management, and sales.

Price tag:

                                          AR.10.1.5

The "price tag" is the label displaying the cost of a product in a store. It provides important information to customers and helps the store manage inventory and sales.

On sale:

                                          AR.10.1.6

"On sale" indicates that a product is available for purchase at a temporarily discounted price from its regular price. Sales promotions often attract customers by offering products at reduced prices.

Product:

                                          AR.10.1.7

A "product" is a physical item or service created by a company for sale or use. It can include tangible goods like clothing or appliances, as well as intangible services like consulting or subscriptions.

Stock:

                                          AR.10.1.8

"Stock" refers to the inventory of products that a store or company has available for sale at any given time. Properly managing stock is crucial to meeting customer demand and avoiding out-of-stock situations.

Shopping cart:

                                          AR.10.1.9

The "shopping cart" is the virtual or physical cart where customers place items they wish to purchase while browsing a store. It's a fundamental tool in e-commerce and large physical stores.

Showcase:

                                          AR.10.1.10

A "showcase" is a display case or stand where products are presented to attract customer attention and promote sales. It's common in physical stores and is also metaphorically used in digital contexts to refer to prominently featuring products.