Question: Have you ever regretted a purchase? Why?

Sample Answer (The AREA technique):

Answer: Yes, I have regretted a purchase before, because I realized that it was unnecessary or not worth the cost.

Reason: The reason why people may regret purchases is because they may have made impulsive or emotional decisions, or may have overlooked important information or alternatives.

Example: For instance, I once bought an expensive piece of clothing that I thought looked stylish and high-quality, but later realized that I could have found a similar item for much less, or that I didn't actually need it.

Alternative: Alternatively, people may regret purchases because they discover defects or problems with the product, or because their expectations were not met.