1.   The Palo Alto startup is quietly developing an online service that will help businesses and consumers choose and manage health plans.

2.   This system allows for maximum flexibility, including interactive multimedia connections that allow each consumer to choose his or her own programs.

3.   We have seen that a consumer chooses the variety that suits him best, given prices of available varieties.

4.   Which point on the budget line will the consumer choose?

5.   Almost all states are considering ways to allow industrial, commercial and residential consumers to choose their own power supplier.

6.   Although Microsoft appears to have carried the day, whether consumers will choose Internet Explorer is uncertain, analysts said.

7.   And many consumers have chosen to shop online at sites operated by established companies, perhaps further reducing security concerns.

8.   And some economists say consumers could choose to save their money for retirement or education rather than spending lavishly on gifts.

9.   Better quality and everyday low prices are the reasons consumers choose a particular outlet, the survey said, followed by customer service and large selection.

10.   According to the National Candle Association, based in Washington, D.C., consumers are increasingly choosing candles for their fragrance.