Hedonic and Utilitarian Motivations behind Shopping and Research Behaviors: Theory and Evidence
Volume: 3, Issue: 3, Pages: 17 - 30
Published: Jul 1, 2014
Abstract
Using a simple theoretical model, this paper demonstrates that an individual's behavior is greatly influenced by her hedonic and utilitarian values of a task. While hedonic value is the intrinsic benefit one receives from performing a task (e.g., having fun playing the game), utilitarian value is the tangible reward one obtains from performing the task (e.g., winning the prize). Utilitarian value of a task outlasts its hedonic value. An...
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Title
Hedonic and Utilitarian Motivations behind Shopping and Research Behaviors: Theory and Evidence
Published Date
Jul 1, 2014
Volume
3
Issue
3
Pages
17 - 30
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