Which consumer psychology principle was most critical in the early widespread adoption of ride-sharing services like Uber and Lyft?

The transportation industry has been revolutionized by ride-sharing services, but their rapid adoption wasn't just about convenience. Behind the scenes, sophisticated consumer psychology principles helped these platforms achieve unprecedented market penetration. This poll tests your knowledge about a fascinating psychological technique that contributed significantly to the initial surge in ride-sharing adoption.

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Loss aversion through surge pricing (making users fear missing out on standard rates)
Social proof via real-time rider counts and visible driver activity on map interfaces
Endowment effect by offering initial free rides that created a sense of ownership
Decoy pricing models that made standard rides seem more attractive than premium options