His Problems Are Quickly Compounding

Customer: “Hi. I’d like one of your TVs, please. The [Brand] [model].”

Normally, this would be a totally unremarkable transaction, but I actually recognize this customer. I sold him that exact model of TV a week ago, yet here he is trying to buy another one.

Me: “Sure thing! I remember you from last time! Did you like the TV so much that you wanted another?”

Customer: “Actually, the one you sold me last week stopped working, so I’m looking to replace it.”

Me: “Sir, it’s only been a week. If your TV stopped working, then our warranty should cover the defect.”

Customer: “I’m pretty sure my idiot son playing with a compound bow indoors isn’t considered a defect — at least not for the TV.”

Point taken. I sold the man his second TV and wished him better luck with this one.