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The Economics of Everyday Things: Girl Scout Cookies

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The Sweet Journey of Record-Breaking Cookie Sales

This chapter explores the inspiring story of a prolific Girl Scout cookie seller who rose to prominence through determination and community support. It highlights the incentives that fueled their success, including the tantalizing prospect of a college scholarship and the thrill of setting new sales records.

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