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Question
List six gadgets that you want to purchase. Write them according to your priorities and state the reasons.
| S.No. | Gadgets | Reasons |
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Solution
| S.No. | Gadgets | Reasons |
| 1 | Refrigerator | to preserve vegetables in the shape |
| 2 | Gas stove | to cook food quickly |
| 3 | Micro oven | to bake things quickly |
| 4 | Washing Machine | to wash clothes |
| 5 | Television | to entertain self |
| 6 | Mobile | for outside contact |
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