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258. Why Uber Is an Economist’s Dream

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Measuring Consumer Surplus with Uber's Database

Exploring how Uber's database reveals a consumer surplus of nearly $7 billion, indicating people's willingness to pay more for the service and aligning with initial expectations.

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