I didn't change my password yet my macbook pro does not accept it.

I've been trying to log in to my macbook pro that I only bought this past black friday. I put in my password, and it didnt accept it. I didn't change my password either and I know no one else did because they would have to know my password. Is this a glitch? What can I do to fix it. As you can tell i'm very upset because I spent 1,000+ dollars on a computer that wont even let me in on the password that I set.

You can reset your password.
Method 1
http://osxdaily.com/2011/08/24/reset-mac-os-x-10-7-lion-password/
or
http://www.cultofmac.com/111456/discover-the-hidden-password-reset-tool-in-lion- os-x-tips/
You have 90 days of free tech support from Apple from the day of purchase.
AppleCare:1-800-275-2273
Best.

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