Following a brief downturn in recent years due to the flagging economy, the average teen’s spending on prom this year is expected to rise to $1,139, with much of that money supplied by parents to pay for tickets, attire, hairstyling, and transportation. What do you think?

“With prices growing every year, I just can’t afford to go anymore.”
Jeremy Sager • Flight Mechanic

“It’s totally worth it if you get to hear your favorite song.”
Dustin Woodbury • Cat Breeder
Advertisement

“It’s times like these when I’m glad my son is a creepy loner.”
Jill Winget • Baseball Sewer