If I were going to trade in my Mac book pro is there a cash option besides store credit

No. See the following from Apple Trade In - Apple

Trade in your eligible device for credit toward your next purchase, or get an Apple Gift Card you can use anytime.

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"If I were going to trade in my Mac book pro is there a cash option besides store credit"

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