Your daughter’s school is hosting an auction to raise money for classroom resources. They’re soliciting donations from local businesses. Items will be on display and bids will be accepted throughout a long evening of activities. Parents in this community are likely to flaunt income by making large bids. What type of auction would work best?

 
 
 
 
 
 

Buyers can get caught up in the excitement of English auctions and may try to display their wealth with large bids.

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