$9.99?

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Why it worked

The video effectively uses a relatable, everyday scenario (grocery shopping and pricing) combined with a simple, clear explanation of a common psychological pricing tactic. The animation and engaging visuals make the concept easy to grasp and shareable.

Summary

The video explains the psychological pricing strategy where items priced at $9.99 are perceived as significantly cheaper than $10, even though the difference is only one cent. It illustrates how this pricing trick makes consumers feel like they are getting a better deal and a win.

Structure

1Introduction to the pricing dilemma ($9.99 vs $10)
2Explanation of the psychological trick
3Demonstration of the price difference in a shopping context
4Highlighting the perceived value of the 'penny saved'
5Conclusion that it feels like a win and encourages faster purchasing

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$9.99? GRAB THE 9.99 NINE A WHOLE TEN $10 IT'S A TRICK PENNY IT'S EVERY TIME MAMA SHE EVERY TIME THE FIRST 9 YO FIRST STOP SHE NINE DOLLARS AND ONE PENNY EVEN ONE FEELS CHEAPER FEELS LIKE A WIN AND FEELING SO GRAB IT FASTER SPENDING

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Why cost $9.99 instead of $10?

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Transcript

Why does everything cost $9.99 instead of $10? Grab the 9.99. Nine. A whole ten dollars instead of $10. It's a trick. Penny. It's. Every time. Mama. She. Every time. The first 9. Yo. First. Stop. She. Nine dollars and one penny. Even one. Feels cheaper. Feels like a win. And. Feeling. So. Grab it faster. Spending.