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The data-driven pricing systems many institutions are testing allow entry fees to be lowered when demand is soft — as well as the reverse.Kate Dehler for NBC News
Economy

Welcome to the zoo. That'll be $47 today — ask again tomorrow.

Museums, science centers and other attractions are embracing airline-style dynamic pricing as many struggle with attendance shortfalls.