I'm from Indiana and I don't mind when people ask me how much I paid for something. When I take my two to the dog park I get asked alot how much I paid for them. I am stationed in Japan so we have people from all over on base and I anwer everytime without even giving it a second thought that it was rude. ALTHOUGH, I do know that often times people were taught that it is rude to ask things such as that. If I am ever really curious about the cost of something and I just HAVE to know, like how much did it cost to get your hair done, how much were those shoes.. I always say, "If you don't mind telling me.." and then ask ... I try not to though... but I'm with you , I don't mind telling anyone what I spent on anything...
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