In theory at least, is every game of solitaire solveable? I ask this because when playing it on the computer, there are some hands that you are dealt that nothing can me moved from the get-go. But I was wondering of based on theory alone, if every game has a solution.
Also, what is up with various restaurants lately who have now started including a space for tips on the receipts if you use a credit or debit card to pay. I find this really annoying because I do not feel the need to tip someone for doing their required job. Waitstaff and other jobs where tips are factored into rate of pay I have no problem with, but when I walk in to pick up a pizza, I don't feel the need to give you a tip. The same with Subway or something. But then I also feel bad not giving them a tip, but obviously not bad enough to give a tip. What is p.c. in this situation? Does anybody know?
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I think the people that work at not sitdown places will have mixed expectations, but I think most are forgiving to the non-tipper. Some people just hate customers anyway, regardless of whether you leave a tip. (And vice versa)
Still, consider these points:
1) For some, a tip is payment for not spitting in your food. You don't have to worry about that at Subway, where the final sandwich is assembled in front of you. An especially malicious person may hock a loogie in the dough or something like that. But then again, some people are going to screw with you no matter how much you tip them.
2) For some, a tip is a payment for good service. There are some non-sitdown establishments that provide especially good service, so a person will put a buck in the jar. That tip was pure gratitude. So sure, add a buck if you feel like they did something extra for you.
3) While tipping at nonsitdown eateries (and drinkeries) is not yet customary in all establishments, there are some places where it is. If you think you're in one of those, sit back for a little bit. Wait until a few regulars show up and see what they do.
5) Few people will turn down a good tip. If you're in doubt, throw in a buck or two or more.
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