Smart Spending: The secrets of the value menu

Published September 13, 2012 6:02pm ET



NEW YORK (AP) — That cheeseburger on the value menu may end up costing more than you think.

Whether it’s the “Dollar Menu” at McDonald’s or the “Why Pay More Menu” at Taco Bell, fast-food chains often spotlight their cheapest offerings to attract customers.

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