Macmillan Learning Which scenarios, if any, are examples of inconsistent intertemporal decision-making? Julian decides to purchase the non-name brand soda this week because the name brand soda's price increased. Jill wants a new smart phone. She knows the price of the smart phone will drop by over $100 tomorrow, but she decides to buy it today. James decides against saving for retirement in order to enjoy his full salary now. John must decide whether his retirement savings should be invested in stocks or bonds