Gambling for a bag of Doritos

So, I normally don't swear, but

You're probably wondering how I got here.

So I was on my lunch break, right?
I saw that a bag of Doritos was in an unusual position in the machine
I had recently watched a video that said that vending machines use IR lasers to know when vending machine items fall to the bottom
I thought I could use this to my advantage. I thought, the second bag of Doritos would push the first one (the one that was stuck) out with it, and I would get two bags of Doritos for the price of one.
Nope.
First dollar I spent: Nothing happened, it pushed the second bag forward and further squeezed the first bag. I guess this model doesn't have lasers, maybe they don't make them at all anymore, idk.
Second dollar: Same thing happened, just more of it.
Third dollar: Sunken costs was getting me. This time, the the row started bulging over, and a piece of one of the coils broke off and fell to the bottom. At least I got something.
Fourth dollar: At this point, there was no way I was gonna get what I spent on it, as there were only three bags of Doritos left. Finally, two bags of Doritos fell. I then got two bags of Doritos for the price of four, great! And the third bag is what you see pictures above.
I tried shaking it free, no dice since the machine is so big and heavy. I don't feel like spending another dollar on another bag, I already have two.

I guess the moral of the story is, don't gamble?
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:rofl:

I used to be pretty good at calling which machines would drop two items for the price of one back in the day. No idea about laser beams though.

Unlucky sir, unlucky.
 
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This made me laugh, but I'm sorry you lost four dollars. Maybe you can get management involved and explain what happened, so you can either get more chips or your money back.
 
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Hey there, I get the struggle with vending machines. It's always a gamble whether you'll get what you paid for.
 
It's been two years since your vending machine adventure! Time really flies, doesn't it? Your story still brings a smile to my face, and it's a reminder of those quirky moments in life.
As for the moral of the story, it's still relevant. Sometimes, taking a chance can lead to unexpected outcomes, just like your Doritos quest. In the world of gambling, understanding the odds, like RTP Live (Return to Player rates), is crucial to making informed decisions.
Whether it's trying to win a bag of Doritos or playing casino games, it's all about balancing the thrill with responsible choices. Thanks for sharing your amusing tale from two years ago!
 

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