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Some say that the shopping habit of people depends on their age. DO agree or disagree?

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These days, shopping has become increasingly popular among people. Some people argue that
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hopping preferences of a
person
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 determined by their age. I do not quite agree with
this
 view. While I admit that youngsters and teenagers tend to
shop
 more than elderly people, a
person
’s ability to
shop
 is ultimately determined by their financial status. Rich people tend to
shop
 more than
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poor people.
This
 is not necessarily because their needs are greater. They buy more because they can afford it.
Conversely
, poor people cannot afford
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hop frequently because their financial situation does not permit it. Of course, there are some people who borrow money to buy things, but they cannot carry on
this
 habit for long because there is a limit to the amount of credit a
person
 can get. Having said that, the age of a
person
 may
also
 influence their shopping habits. Impulsive buying,
for example
, is more common among adolescents and youngsters. They often follow ads and buy things that they may or may not need. They are
also
 more likely to invest in clothing, gadgets and personal care products. Even so, not every
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 spend in the same way. Young people coming from rich family backgrounds certainly spend more than their poor counterparts. Another factor that could influence the shopping habits of people is their values and beliefs. People who believe in simple living are unlikely to splurge even if they can afford it. In conclusion, the financial situation of a
person
 is the
first
 and foremost factor that determines their shopping habits. Age and value system are
also
 influential factors, but they are not more important than the purchasing power of a
person
.
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