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Create an original example to illustrate how a consumer could benefit from asymmetric information and how a consumer's decision making could be adversely effected by asymmetric information. The answer should demonstrate a clear understanding of the economic functioning of imperfect information.

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For example, Jack who is already sick, may be more inclined to purchase life and health insurance than someone who is not sick.
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