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Dinner with Dutch friends: who pays the bill?

World 3 · Money & Tikkie

Dinner with six Dutch friends. The bill arrives. What happens?

  1. One person generously pays for all
  2. Whoever earns most pays most
  3. You argue over who gets to pay
  4. The bill is split — precisely
Correct answer: D

The bill is split — precisely

‘Going Dutch’ exists for a reason. You had the salad, Joris had the steak: the Tikkies will reflect this reality.

Even serieus

Seriously though

Splitting costs isn't rudeness — it keeps friendships free of debt and awkwardness. Equal footing is the whole point.

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