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Buying from a Vending Machine

A quick and simple transaction. This scenario covers the basic language used when selecting an item from a vending machine and what to say if the machine malfunctions.

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01

Successful Purchase

The customer quickly selects an item, inserts money, and the item is dispensed without any issues.

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02

Item Stuck or Not Dispensed

The customer pays for an item, but it gets stuck or does not come out of the vending machine.

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03

Machine Out of Change

The customer inserts a bill, but the vending machine cannot give back the correct change, or notifies the customer it has no change.

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04

Using a Debit/Credit Card

The customer pays for an item using a debit or credit card, encountering potential issues like card decline or transaction failure.

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05

Selecting a Product and Price Check

The customer is browsing the selection, checking prices, and deciding which item to purchase from the vending machine.

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