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The 'Freemium' Model Decision
A software company offers two versions of its product: a 'free' version supported by intrusive ads and a slow interface, and a 'premium' version for $10 that is ad-free and much faster. A significant number of users choose to pay for the premium version. Using the principle that users seek to maximize the overall value they receive from an action, explain why a rational user would choose to pay for the premium version.
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