Willy Loman's ego has pushed Biff to have a false perspective on life. Biff failed math in high school, due to his father's lies and influence. Since he could not attend the University of Virginia as planned, he went to Texas to work on a ranch. Upon returning, Biff learns that his father has been fired from his job of 36 years. He saw that the American dream was not a possible goal, but he still attempted to follow his father's dream. Attempting to start a business, Biff decided to visit an old boss of his to ask for a loan. When he got there, he realized he was nothing