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Predictably Irrational

Dan Ariely

PsychologyEconomics & Finance
Publish date
2008
Publisher
Harper
Description
Predictably Irrational examines behavioral economics, exploring the underlying forces that shape human decision-making. Through various experiments, the book investigates why individuals systematically make choices that defy traditional economic theories of rationality. It addresses topics such as the influence of social norms, the allure of free items, and the impact of emotions on everyday judgment.
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  2. Judgment under Uncertainty: Heuristics and Biases

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    Provides foundational research on cognitive heuristics and systematic decision-making errors cited throughout the book.

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  3. The Wealth of Nations

    Adam Smith

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