1. no charge
   25
2. 50

Warranty service calls are usually done for no charge.

1. repair
   replace
2. do it yourself

Some use the 50 percent rule, and others says replace the appliance if the repair exceeds 40 percent of the original cost.

1. inexpensive replacement parts
   do it your self repair
2. both answers

These items are inexpensive to repair.

1. change seals
   replace motor
2. cracked tub

Changing the washing machine's seals may be an easy project to do by yourself.

1. 5 to 15 percent
   10 to 25 percent
2. 10 to 50 percent

Energy Star washers use up 10 to 50 percent less energy and water than conventional washers.

1. U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
   Department of Energy
2. both answers

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the Department of Energy collaborate on the Energy Star program.

1. 5 years
   10 years
2. 11 years

A clothes washing machine is expected to work for an average of 11 years.

1. energy efficient
   water efficient
2. both answers

Today's washing machines are more energy and water efficient.

1. landfills
   recycling plants
2. neither answer

The steel from old washing machines is recycled.

1. replace
   repair
2. neither answer

Consumer Reports recommends you replace it.

1. front-loading
   top-loading
2. commercial machines

Front-loading machines have gained popularity.

1. less expensive
   comparable
2. more expensive

Front-loading low- water machines are much more expensive.

1. do it yourself
   professional service call
2. both answers

Repairing a washing machine pump is an easy do-it-yourself job, but you can always call a professional.

1. tub
   motor
2. both answers

A washing machine contains a tub, motor, pump, seals, pulleys and belts.

1. repair
   repair or replace
2. replace

Replace your washing machine if the tub is cracked.

1. check the warranty information
   ask a handyman
2. neither answer

Check the warranty information provided when you purchased your washing machine.

1. register your warranty
   apply rust proof
2. oil the exterior

Register your warranty with the manufacturer.

1. knowing what is wrong with the machine
   knowing how much it would cost to repair
2. both answers

If only you knew what was wrong with your washing machine and the cost to repair it, the decision would be so much easier to make.

1. 25 percent
   50 percent
2. 100 percent

Once the warranty has expired, the bill is totally your responsibility.

1. yes
   no
2. maybe

Some people prefer to have a matching set. If this matters to you then you should replace both at the same time.