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Five everyday decisions

Spot the Bias — This Week's Challenge

Marketing is full of psychological shortcuts. Can you catch them in the wild?

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A store prices a jacket at $49.99 instead of $50. Even though the difference is only one cent, the first price often feels noticeably cheaper.