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Is an older one-hundred dollar bill worth more than a newer one?

A $100 bill is worth more than a $1 bill (newer one).

Why this works

This riddle plays with the concept of "older" and "newer" bills, leading you to think about their condition or age. However, it cleverly shifts focus to the value of the bills themselves. Regardless of their age, both the old and new one-hundred dollar bills are worth the same in terms of currency—$100—while a newer one-dollar bill is worth much less, only $1. The riddle highlights how we can get caught up in the details and forget the fundamental values!

Common Wrong Answers

“Yes, because it's older”

The age of the bill does not determine its value unless it's a collectible; a $100 bill, regardless of its age, is always worth more than a $1 bill.

“No, because newer bills are better quality”

While newer bills may be printed with better quality materials, their face value remains the same regardless of their condition; a $100 bill is always worth more than a $1 bill.

“$100 bills lose value over time”

Currency does not lose value simply because it is older; the face value of the bill remains the same unless it is damaged or rendered unfit for circulation.

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