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Why a store can refuse your coins

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That handful of sweaty nickels is completely powerless if a cashier is annoyed enough. While it is legal tender for all debts, private entities possess the absolute right to demand specific forms of payment before a transaction occurs.

Why a store can refuse your coins
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