Whenever I make a purchase, I try to use some of my plentiful change to lighten my purse. When I have exact change, the transaction usually goes smoothly. However, I've noticed definite problems if I try to give inexact change. For example, this morning I offered a $5 bill, 2 quarters, and 2 pennies ($5.52) to pay for a $3.47 purchase. The cashier tried to explain that I had offered the wrong amount. I politely asked if she would just give me change from the amount I had given her. So, I did get my $2 and nickel.
Other occasions, I've had the cashier hand back the change I offered and just make change from the bills, and other assorted odd transactions.
Am I unreasonable and expecting too much "higher" thought from the typical cashier? If so, what can I do with all this change?!?
Peggy