Why do things cost different amounts?

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SMART Prep | Quick Question 210716

Every Saturday, Mia helped her grandfather in the garden. They watered the vege patches, pulled out weeds, and checked the tomatoes. On this morning, Mia noticed that the soil felt dry and dusty. Her grandfather said, 'We need to irrigate the garden before the sun gets too strong.' Mia looked at the hose and understood they would give the plants a careful drink of water. After a while, the leaves lifted and seemed brighter.

In the passage, what does the word "irrigate" mean?

  

Did You Know?

Why do some sneakers cost $20 while others cost $200?
The price of sneakers can vary based on materials, labor, and brand reputation!

Vocabulary

Click on the words in the article. See if you can find them all.
  • supply The amount of a product available for sale. There was a high supply of apples at the market.
  • demand How much people want a product. The demand for ice cream increases in summer.
  • brand A name or logo that represents a product or company. Nike is a famous brand known for sports shoes.
  • Thinking Question

    How do you think brand names influence what people choose to buy?

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