Jacob is begging on the busy streets of Cape Town.He keeps asking 'Spare some change?' to passers-by.No one gives him the time of day.To get better results, he starts saying, 'Spare twelve cents?' Jacob is using the pique technique.

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The pique technique involves making a request in an unusual way to capture someone's attention and potentially increase the likelihood of them fulfilling the request. By asking for a specific amount of twelve cents instead of a vague request for "some change," Jacob is utilizing the pique technique.

Jacob Is Begging on the Busy Streets of Cape Town