A Scotsman phones a dentist to inquire about the cost for a tooth extraction…
“85 pounds for an extraction, sir” the dentist replied.
“85 quid ! Huv ye no’got anythin’ cheaper?”
“That’s the normal charge,” said the dentist.
“Whit about if ye didn’t use any anaesthetic?”
“That’s unusual, sir, but I could do it and it would knock 15 pounds off”.
“What aboot if ye used one of your dentist trainees and still without any anaesthetic?”
“I can’t guarantee their professionalism and it’ll be painful. But the price could drop by 20 pounds.”
“How aboot if ye make it a trainin’ session, have yer student do the extraction with the other students watchin’ and learning’ ?”
“It’ll be good for the students”, mulled the dentist. “I’ll charge you 5 pounds but it will be traumatic”.
“It’s a deal,” said the Scotsman. “Can ye confirm an appointment for my wife next Tuesday then?”