Scene: A gas station on a busy afternoon. Ruby has just parked her car next to a pump. She looks confused and walks into the convenience store to ask for help.
ATTENDANT (SAM): Hi there. How can I help you today?
RUBY: Hi. I’m sorry, this is my first time at this gas station. Do I pay first, or pump first?
ATTENDANT (SAM): No problem. Here you pay first. You can pay at the pump with your card, or you can pay here inside.
RUBY: I’d like to pay inside with my debit card. I’m at pump number four.
ATTENDANT (SAM): Okay, pump four. How much gas would you like to put in?
RUBY: Hmm… I think I’ll fill it up. The tank is almost empty.
ATTENDANT (SAM): All right, I’ll open pump four for a full tank. When you’re finished pumping, you can come back for your receipt.
RUBY: Great, thank you. One more question—what’s the difference between regular and premium gas?
ATTENDANT (SAM): Regular is the standard gasoline most cars use. Premium has a higher octane level and is more expensive. Your car manual will say which one you need.
RUBY: My car only needs regular, I think. I’ll choose regular.
ATTENDANT (SAM): Sounds good. Just lift the nozzle, select “Regular,” and squeeze the handle. It will stop automatically when the tank is full.
RUBY: Okay, thank you so much.
Ruby goes back to her car, starts the pump, and fills her tank. A few minutes later, she returns to the counter.
ATTENDANT (SAM): All set?
RUBY: Yes, I filled it up. It stopped by itself. How much was it?
ATTENDANT (SAM): It came to 52 dollars and 30 cents. Do you still want to use your debit card?
RUBY: Yes, please.
Ruby inserts her card and enters her PIN.
ATTENDANT (SAM): Please remove your card… Perfect. Do you need a receipt?
RUBY: Yes, I’d like a receipt for my records.
ATTENDANT (SAM): Here you go. Anything else today? We also have a car wash and an air pump for tires.
RUBY: Actually, yes. I think one of my tires is low. Is the air pump free?
ATTENDANT (SAM): For customers, the air is free. The pump is on the far side of the station, next to the car wash entrance.
RUBY: Great. How do I know how much air to put in?
ATTENDANT (SAM): Look at the sticker inside your driver’s door. It shows the recommended tire pressure. Then use the gauge on the hose to check the pressure as you fill.
RUBY: Got it. I’ll check the sticker. And how much is the car wash?
ATTENDANT (SAM): We have a basic wash for 8 dollars and a deluxe wash for 12 dollars. The deluxe includes wax and underbody wash.
RUBY: I’ll just take the basic wash today.
ATTENDANT (SAM): No problem. Here’s your car wash code. Enter it on the keypad by the car wash door.
RUBY: Thank you. You’ve been very helpful.
ATTENDANT (SAM): You’re welcome. Have a great day and drive safely!
RUBY: You too. Bye!
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