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>The argument that the threat of gouging increases the motivation to hoard is basic economics. But the ability to increase price freely also decreases actual h
by logicchains 7y ago
>The argument that the threat of gouging increases the motivation to hoard is basic economics.
But the ability to increase price freely also decreases actual hoarding, because when stores see a massive increase in demand, they'll be incentivised to increase prices, which will deter unnecessary purchases.
- hodgesrm 7y agoIf your goal is to prevent hoarding and ensure there's enough for everyone, it's simpler just to limit the number of rolls each customer gets. Fewer corner cases.