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Contrasting Economic Models of Consumer Behavior
A social media platform's algorithm consistently shows a user content that reinforces their existing beliefs. The platform then displays targeted advertisements for products and services that align with this curated content stream. Analyze this scenario from two distinct economic perspectives: first, from the viewpoint of a model that assumes consumers are rational actors with stable preferences, and second, from a behavioral perspective that acknowledges the potential for market manipulation by exploiting cognitive biases. Contrast the conclusions each perspective would likely draw regarding consumer autonomy and welfare.
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