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Ken saves money for a laptop to use for schoolwork.
N3 graded Japanese story
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Ken compares two used laptops and rejects the cheapest after checking battery condition, return terms, total costs, and his actual school needs.
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A used-electronics shop lists two laptops within his budget.
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The cheaper model looks newer from the outside.
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The other model costs more but includes a short shop warranty.
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Ken initially decides that appearance and price are enough.
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His older cousin asks which programs he actually plans to use.
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Ken needs writing, video lessons, and simple photo editing.
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At the shop, an employee shows the battery-condition reports.
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The cheaper laptop loses power much more quickly.
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Its storage is also smaller than the listing made Ken expect.
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Ken asks whether either model can be returned if defective.
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The employee explains the shop's stated policy without pressuring him.
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Ken calculates the remaining cost of a case and required software.
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The more expensive model still fits his complete budget.
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He tests its keyboard, camera, and charging port in the shop.
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Ken chooses it because it matches his actual school use.
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He photographs the condition report and keeps the receipt.
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At home, he installs only the programs he planned to use.
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The laptop is not the newest-looking one on his desk.
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Ken is satisfied because he can explain every reason for the choice.