> He either does not care, or more likely does not realise that these cheap shoes will probably fall apart soon
Or, he's got enough money for a cheap pair of shoes and something else he needs, but can't afford the latter if he pays more for the shoes.
> Taking a less evil example, a man buying a cheap pair of shoes from walmart
BTW - I've done the relevant experiments (including shoes). Yes, some of the walmart stuff doesn't last as long, but the price discount more than makes up for the difference. (In other words, something that last 2x as long costs 3x as much.)
Since you disagree, what products, specifically, support your assumption? (You have relevant experience, right?)
Or, he's got enough money for a cheap pair of shoes and something else he needs, but can't afford the latter if he pays more for the shoes.
> Taking a less evil example, a man buying a cheap pair of shoes from walmart
BTW - I've done the relevant experiments (including shoes). Yes, some of the walmart stuff doesn't last as long, but the price discount more than makes up for the difference. (In other words, something that last 2x as long costs 3x as much.)
Since you disagree, what products, specifically, support your assumption? (You have relevant experience, right?)