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This Mobil Station Hot Dog Promotion Is Confusing

12.29.07 2:30 PM EDT By consumeristcarey

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[St Michael, Minnesota, December 27. Picture thanks to Joe!]

The one for $2.39 looks richer, but the one for $1.99 seems bigger. Tough choice. Is a 44 oz drink worth $0.88 or $1.28?

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12.29.07By consumeristcarey

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