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If you’re like us, you’ve got a lot of questions about the small, simple, ubiquitous things in the world of business. Let's find the answers.
What have you always wondered about the economy?

Green peppers are cheaper than their more colorful comrades. Here's why.
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Green peppers are cheaper than their more colorful comrades. Here's why.
Why do we no longer use $1,000 bills?
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Why do we no longer use $1,000 bills?
What do CEOs do all day long to deserve their pay?
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What do CEOs do all day long to deserve their pay?
How much money is there in the world?
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How much money is there in the world?

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Why don’t we use 900 numbers anymore?

by Janet Nguyen
Mar 25, 2021
Before the internet, we accessed information — and reached out to celebrities — by dialing a number.
In the days of landlines, you could call 900 numbers to connect with celebs.
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Why some inflation measurements don’t include food and energy prices

by Katherine Wiles
Mar 18, 2021
Core inflation strips out food and energy prices, because they can be pretty volatile.
Energy and food prices can fluctuate rapidly, so "core" inflation strips those prices out.
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Why “equity” can mean “cash” in real estate and “fairness” in everyday language

by Katherine Wiles
Mar 11, 2021
“Equity” comes from a Latin root meaning “fair” or ”equal.” It’s legal history started in 15th century English equity courts.
Equity has multiple meanings when it comes to real estate that derive from the term "equity of redemption."
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How $75,000 became the threshold for receiving a stimulus check

by Janet Nguyen
Mar 4, 2021
COVID-19 stimulus checks began to phase out for individuals making more than this amount.
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How many U.S. flags are made in the U.S.?

by Katherine Wiles
Feb 25, 2021
Perhaps the best-known symbol of American patriotism, the American flag is made in the U.S. 94% of the time.
An American flag flies outside the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 9, 2021.
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What happens to all those unsold Valentine’s Day cards?

by Janet Nguyen
Feb 18, 2021
Out-of-date cards are sometimes greeted by being discounted or returned to the supplier.
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The economics of nursing homes (and paying for one)

by Janet Nguyen
Feb 11, 2021
Although the facilities are expensive, Medicaid can help with the cost.
A nursing assistant ensures that a patient remains a safe social distance from a visitor.
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Your GameStop questions, answered

by Janet Nguyen
Feb 4, 2021
GameStop's stock price rose more than 8,000% at one point.
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How do all-inclusive resorts make money?

by Katherine Wiles
Jan 28, 2021
Several economic theories are at play to make this counter-intuitive business model profitable.
People walk on the beach at Sandals Grande Antigua all-inclusive resort in the Caribbean.
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Why do books have prices printed on them?

by Janet Nguyen
Jan 21, 2021
A centuries-old practice dating back to the Industrial Revolution has created complications for modern-day booksellers.
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