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The Economics of Romance

Tim Harford, Financial Times columnist and author of the underrated The Undercover Economist, takes some questions about economics and relationships with the New York Times’ Freakonomics blog.

The first question made me laugh, and also reminded me of my economist self a bit too much for comfort. And the part about engagement rings was enlightening — especially since I bought one not too long ago.

(Hat tip to my fiancee, who thankfully said yes.)