Question

select the quotation from the story that most strongly suggests that the theme is trying too hard to save money can cost you.
rachel and amel spent the summer catching perch and shaking their heads over their mistake.
the clerk pointed to a brand - new canoe. \this is our top seller. dependable, good reviews, comes with a ten - year warranty.\
the boat hardly went fifty feet before the front started sinking. rachels summer fantasy sunk along with it.

Explanation:

The third quotation about the boat sinking likely implies that due to trying to save money (perhaps by getting a cheaper or sub - standard boat instead of the reliable one the clerk mentioned), Rachel's summer plans were ruined, aligning with the theme of trying too hard to save money costing you. The first one just shows regret over a mistake without clear money - saving connection, and the second is just a product description.

Answer:

The boat hardly went fifty feet before the front started sinking. Rachel's summer fantasy sunk along with it.