This week well discuss choices about how best to use the words option and alternative. Frequently the words option and alternative are used interchangeably, but there is a difference. Do you know what it is? Lets say Horatio has a primary plan of act...
A: These batteries should be on sale more often. B: I don't think these batteries are on sale. A: Look at the ad. It says they're on sale. B: You're right. Batteries are on sale, but not this brand of batteries. A: Oh. I didn't pay attention to the b...
A: This is the first time I've seen these batteries on sale. B: I'm sorry, but they aren't on sale today. A: Well, look at the ad. The ad says they're on sale. B: Yes, the ad says that the other brand of batteries is on sale. A: Oh, yes. I misread th...
A: You don't often find these batteries on sale. B: I'm not sure that these batteries are on sale today. A: But the ad says they're on sale. B: Yes, batteries are on sale, but not this brand. A: Well, what do you know? I picked up the wrong brand. B:...
A: It's about time these batteries went on sale. B: I'm sorry. These aren't on sale today. A: You're kidding me. The ad says they're on sale. B: Yes, the other brand of batteries is on sale. A: Oh, I see. I've got the wrong brand. B: Yes, it's an eas...
A: I'm glad these batteries are on sale. B: I'm sorry. These batteries are not on sale. A: But that's what the ad says. B: I'm sorry. If you look at the ad again, you'll see that the other brand is on sale. A: Oh, you're right. I misread the ad. B: Y...
A: I was wondering if I could speak to someone about some concerns of mine with the pool area. B: I can answer any questions that you might have. What are your concerns? A: I enjoy living next to the pool, but it gets really loud out there at night....
A: I had some concerns about the pool and Jacuzzi area and would like to speak with someone. B: I can help you with that. What are you having problems with? A: I live right next to the pool, and late at night it is really noisy out there! B: There is...
A: Could I speak with the manager about some problems in the pool area? B: Sure, what seems to be the problem? A: My apartment is next to the pool, and there seems to be some really late-night partying going on out there. B: The hours for the pool ar...
A: Hey, I was wondering about the ad you have. B: What ad are you referring to? A: Im calling about the ad for a new roommate. B: Oh, yeah. Were you interested in being a roommate of mine? A: I actually would like to be your new roommate. B: Thats gr...
