Which pricing strategy is particularly common in the mathematics textbook industry that contributes to their typically higher prices compared to other subjects?

The mathematics textbook market has unique pricing dynamics that affect students, educators, and publishers alike. Publishers must balance development costs with accessibility, while considering the specialized nature of mathematical content. This poll explores one of the notable pricing strategies used specifically in the mathematics textbook industry that distinguishes it from other educational materials.

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Bundling with specialized software and digital tools (like graphing calculators, formula libraries, and interactive problem sets)
Celebrity mathematician endorsements that require substantial royalty payments
Premium paper quality required for mathematical symbols and diagrams
Government subsidies that artificially inflate prices to fund mathematical research