I'm wondering: is it better to be one of the first to get sacked or the second to last? It'd seem like the company would have more resources to "pay out" for t

I'm wondering: is it better to be one of the first to get sacked or the second to last? It'd seem like the company would have more resources to "pay out" for the earlier rounds, gradually decreasing as the rounds go on. Besides, you probably want to get out of a failing company, and provided that you are competent (though increased competence would in reality lessen the chances of your getting sacked in the first round) I'd think that you'd prefer to get your severance and get out asap.