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Americans spend almost （)on Valentine’s Day.
A.$20 billion
B. $12 billion
C. $20 million
D. $12million
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A.$20 billion
B. $12 billion
C. $20 million
D. $12million
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D．paying experts t0 prepare their tax report and asking for tax advice have become very popular．
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C．Studying in a local college.
D．Finding peace and quiet.
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Most Americans are able to【C5】______cars. The average price of a【C6】______made car was, 500 in 1950, 740 in 1960 and up【C7】______750 in 1975. During this period American car manufacturers set about【C8】______their products and work efficiency.
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The【C18】______of the automobile extends throughout the economy【C19】______the car is so important to Americans. Americans spend more money【C20】______their cars running than on any other item.
【C1】
A．kinds
B．means
C．mean
D．types
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【C1】
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