Eddie's Dilemm A Case Study

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There is no right or wrong decision to buy the shoes, or not, in this decision it is best to remain neutral showing the pros and cons of this decision. In a debate to buy or not a new pair of expensive and designer shoes. Eddie and his mother have a dilemma, Eddie has enough money to buy a pair of expensive, designer, and trendy shoes. Eddie believes that if he puts his money towards the shoes he could buy happiness. Meanwhile Eddie’s mother believes happiness cannot be purchased, but memories made. His mother tries to get Eddie to change his perspective and save his money, while remaining neutral in the process.

In the letter to his mother, Eddie explains how everyone is wearing these new trendy shoes. Eddie sees it as opportunity to join

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