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cdaveI had fascinating discussion with someone on the nature of trading at ![[livejournal.com profile]](https://www.dreamwidth.org/img/external/lj-userinfo.gif)
fjm's once. The main point being a trade is supposed to be mutually beneficial to both parties. Accomplishing / providing something that neither party can have on their own. So I was amused to see this justification for brining cheap wine to a party.
You feel happy, because you've saved money.
The other guests feel happy, because they get to feel superior to you.
It's win-win! (until you don't get invited back)
The Undercover Economist blog, pointed out by a colleague after chatting about Freakanomics.
fjm's once. The main point being a trade is supposed to be mutually beneficial to both parties. Accomplishing / providing something that neither party can have on their own. So I was amused to see this justification for brining cheap wine to a party.You feel happy, because you've saved money.
The other guests feel happy, because they get to feel superior to you.
It's win-win! (until you don't get invited back)
The Undercover Economist blog, pointed out by a colleague after chatting about Freakanomics.
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Date: 2008-04-15 03:06 pm (UTC)