“Sir, what does it cost to provide this grass-fed burger to a student?”
“Just a little over $8. A very reasonable price considering the quality. “
“Sir, what do you charge the student for this burger?”
“Well, there are variables, but basically, a child not on any form of subsidy can purchase this wholesome, nutritious burger for $1.75.”
“Sir, you mentioned variables. What would those be?”
“Well, really only two variables. First, if a child is on a subsidy, the price is a quarter. If the child comes from an newly-arrived refugee family, there is no charge.”
“Sir, are there ever any leftovers? If so, what do you do with them?”
“The cafeteria manager assures me the kids love these burgers and a little over half of the prepared burgers are purchased daily.”
“And, sir, the leftovers?”
“Oh, health laws require we dispose of any remaining burgers. But, as you can see, there are very few thrown out.”
“Oh, health laws require we dispose of any remaining burgers.”
Health laws be damned, the old school lunch ladies would be turning that into meatloaf or chili the next day :)