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“I am a believer in Adam Smith, who says that if you look at something that really contributes value to society, and you can deliver it at a reasonable price, then society will recognise that at some point because rational behaviour will come into play.” quote by David Cheriton
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“I am a believer in Adam Smith, who says that if you look at something that really contributes value to society, and you can deliver it at a reasonable price, then society will recognise that at some point because rational behaviour will come into play.”

David Cheriton

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

If a product adds genuine societal value and is priced reasonably, rational actors will eventually reward it.

In simple terms: Good value at fair price gets recognized.

Key Takeaway

Focus on creating value, not just profit.

Themes

economics value rationality

Mood

analytical optimistic

Type

economic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • product development
  • pricing strategy
  • entrepreneurship
  • policy making

Key Concepts

market dynamics social welfare

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we ensure fairness in pricing?
  • What mechanisms protect against irrational market bubbles?
A Different Perspective

Assumes all participants act rationally, which may not hold.

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