Question

Use what you have learned about wants and needs to complete these statements.

Frankie already has a pair of basketball shoes that he can wear for the tryout, which makes the new pair a.

If Frankie did not have a pair of basketball shoes for the tryout, the new shoes would be considered a.

Answer 1

Frankie already has a pair of basketball shoes that he can wear for the tryout, which makes the new pair a want for him, because he can already use the ones he has as they might be in good condition.
If Frankie did not have a pair of basketball shoes for the tryout, the new shoes would be considered a need for him because he doesn’t have them.

Answer 2

Answer:

(i) Frankie already has a pair of basketball shoes that he can wear for the tryout, which makes the new pair a 'want'.

(ii) If Frankie did not have a pair of basketball shoes for the tryout, the new shoes would be considered a 'need'.

Explanation:

People frequently use the terms 'desire' and 'need' interchangeably when talking about owning or gaining particular goods.

A need, in economic terms, is something that a person requires to survive. If a specific need is not addressed, a person may become unwell, or even die. A desire, on the other hand, is something that a person wishes for now or in the future. It is an optional want, which means that even if it is not fulfilled, you will be able to continue living.

In the first case, Frankie already has pair of basketball shoes that he can wear for the tryout. Thus, the new pair of shoes would be his want as he can wear the shoes he already has. However, in the second case, Frankie does not have a pair of basketball shoes for the tryout, so he needs a new pair of shoes.