In ancient Rome, what pricing strategy was commonly used by merchants in the Forum to attract customers during seasonal festivals?

The marketplaces of ancient civilizations weren't just places to trade goods—they were sophisticated commercial ecosystems with their own pricing strategies and consumer psychology principles. From Mesopotamian merchants to Roman market stalls, ancient sellers understood how to maximize profits through strategic pricing. Test your knowledge about how our ancestors handled the economics of ancient commerce!

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Psychological pricing (pricing items at 99 denarii instead of 100)
Loss leaders (selling certain goods below cost to attract customers to more profitable items)
Subscription models (paying monthly for regular deliveries of goods)
Status pricing (charging more for items with imperial seals)