Aliya has met her cousin Robert at a cafe and is trying to decide if she wants a coffee. Robert buys a medium coffee and goes to grab a table while she makes up her mind. When Aliya joins him, it is apparent that her cup is twice as big as Robert's. Seeing this, Robert remarks, "Well, I'm glad you decided to get a little something after all." This is an example of which form of humor?

A. a tall tale
B. an understatement
C. an anecdote
D. a pun


Answer: B

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