But, there are times when cashing out early is better when the outcome of the game is a complete loss...
Of course, it's better to make a small profit than to lose your money. But the problem is that you haven't lost your money yet, and you're closer than ever to winning, which is exactly what you're playing for. Therefore, it makes no sense to give up the jackpot, which is incomparable with what you will receive when you cash out your bet.