The vast majority of people do not need luck, and money, scientists have found

Abstract Fortunately modern people prefer a specific amount of money, economists have shown. According to a study conducted by experts at Cornell University, the majority of people who find themselves at a crossroads between money and happiness, make a choice in favor of cash bills.





In the study, 2,500 people responded to the question about what would make them happier - quiet operation with annual earnings of $ 82,500 and the ability to sleep at 7, 5 hours or hard work with a six-hour sleep and a salary of 150 000 $. The vast majority of respondents chose the higher earnings, although it agreed that the intense rhythm will deprive them of inner peace and ultimately make less happy.

Analyzing the motives compel tested choose money at the expense of his welfare, the researchers concluded that people are often motivated by a sense of altruism. Many respondents stated that they are willing to sacrifice personal happiness in order to make a happy family members. Others felt that happiness is unattainable in the absence of a clear purpose and a higher social status will provide them with the necessary determination.

via factroom.ru