It’s So Complicated!

“Can I trade this game for this one?”

“Well, no. But your game is worth $6 in trade. You can use that towards whatever you want.”

“I don’t understand.”

“Well, if you want to trade that game in, you’ll have $6 in store credit. And you can use that credit towards anything in the store.”

“Can I trade it straight across for Final Fantasy VIII?”

“Uhm, no. Those are $30. You’ll have $6 towards it.”

“What about straight across for the used copy?”

“No. Those are $24. You’ll have $6 to use towards it.”

“I don’t think I’m getting a good deal.”

“It’s unfortunate you have chosen a path of self deception.”

“How about Vanguard Bandits?”

“Sir, the six in the price tag is followed by a 5. As in $65.”

“So it’s a deal?”

“Perhaps Microplay will trade you straight across. Might I suggest you go there?”