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Why Did You Marry That Person? (Ep. 511 Replay)

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The Role of Marriage Markets in Income and Status Inequality

People who meet on the internet are more likely to be highly educated and employed. Income inequality is seen as motivating, but too much creates divisions. Marriage markets may worsen inequality by reinforcing matches of high education and wealth. Dating services are actually introduction services that facilitate meeting new people.

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