Conversations for ESL Learners

Asking Where to Make a Copy

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A: I need to copy a document immediately.
B: We have a copy machine in our computer lab, located on the first floor.
A: Great! How much is it for a copy?
B: The price per copy is ten cents.
A: That sounds reasonable. I'll be down there immediately.
B: THere shouldn't be any long lines, sir.

2

A: Hi, I need to copy something right now.
B: Our computer lab on the first floor has a copy machine, sir.
A: Great! How much per copy?
B: Sir, one copy is ten cents.
A: Okay, I'll be down there shortly.
B: You probably won't have to wait for anyone, sir.

3

A: Hello! I need to make a copy of something at once.
B: There's a copy machine on the first floor in our computer lab, sir.
A: Fantastic! Is there a charge?
B: It's ten cents a copy, sir.
A: Well, I'm only making one copy, so I guess I can afford it.
B: A dime is still a bargain, sir.

4

A: I need to make a copy of a document as soon as possible.
B: No problem, sir. There's a copy machine in our computer lab.
A: Very good. How much does each copy cost?
B: Each copy will cost you a dime, sir.
A: A dime? I remember when copies used to cost a nickel.
B: There aren't many things you can get for a nickel, sir.

5

A: Hi, can you tell me where I could make a copy of a document right now?
B: Sir, you can come downstairs right now to the computer lab.
A: That's great. I don't suppose the copy machine is free for guests?
B: Sir, each copy is ten cents or one dime, whichever you prefer.
A: In the good old days, it was only five cents a copy. I'll be right down.
B: Those were the good old days, sir, indeed.