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Comparative Purchase Decision
Alex is willing to pay a maximum of $150 for a specific pair of headphones. His friend, Ben, is only willing to pay a maximum of $100 for the exact same pair. The headphones are currently priced at $120. Based on this information, who is likely to buy the headphones and who is not? Explain your reasoning by comparing each individual's maximum valuation to the item's price.
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