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Economics

Behavioral Economics: Heuristics and Biases in Consumer Decision-Making

Quick fact

The anchoring effect can make you pay 30% more for a product if you saw a higher 'suggested' price first, even when you know the wholesale cost is far lower.

Why this is interesting

You've told yourself you're a rational consumer—but why did you just buy that overpriced coffee because it was '50% off'? Hidden mental shortcuts may be steering your wallet more than you think.