Why so many nines?

[topdrawer]

The numeral 9 is by far the digit appearing most frequently in all retail product pricing.
What's the explanation for that?

 

[Alana]

The numeral 9 is by far the digit appearing most frequently in all retail product pricing.
What's the explanation for that?

I think it has to do with what is called, Psychological Pricing. If you click on the link, you will find wiki's definition of it.

I also noticed that you didn't write an intro post to the new members section yet. If you write a bit about yourself (whatever you feel comfortable sharing) and how you found your way to the forum, we will get to know you a bit better and give us a chance to welcome you properly :)