One consumer psychologist has said that there are many crafty methods retailers use to tempt you in to spending more
Supermarkets are full of ways to encourage shoppers to buy extra items that aren't on the grocery list - and one subtle trick involves the standard shopping basket.
As reported by the Mirror, she explained: "People used to find that if they put too much in a basket that you hold they got too heavy and that was a sign they should stop shopping, as they couldn't carry it. That's why you often see the baskets on wheels these days." But according to the expert, supermarkets may also use basket placement tricks by the entrance of the shop to encourage you to use a bigger basket or trolley, over a smaller one.
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