Which of the Following Is an Example of a Sunk

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of a sunk cost fallacy?

• A) "I paid $85 for this wool sweater, but it is too scratchy on my skin, so I think I'll give it to my mother-in-law."
• B) "I'm not going to allow the sacrifice of 2,527 troops who have died in Iraq to be in vain by pulling out before the job is done."
• C) "I will not buy an Under Armour hoodie until it goes on sale for at least 25% off."
• D) "I'm going to buy another bag of popcorn because this popcorn is burnt."

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