Why Does This Shrimp Cost More Than A Car?

Why Does This Shrimp Cost More Than A Car?

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Geography, Science

11th Grade - University

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The video explores the surprising cost of a single freshwater shrimp, priced at $10,000. It delves into the factors driving such high prices, including human behavior, scarcity, and the difficulty of breeding shrimp with rare color patterns due to genetic mutations. The video also examines why people value rarity, discussing psychological and economic perspectives. Ultimately, it highlights how rarity can lead to seemingly irrational spending on items with no intrinsic value.

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What new insight or understanding did you gain from this video?

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