Fans of “The Simpsons” were surprised to discover why the character Maggie is scanned in the show’s opening.
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Since 1989, the series has featured an iconic introduction that shows the family engaging in everyday activities before gathering on the couch. In it, Maggie is scanned at the supermarket checkout, and the amount displayed reflects the estimated cost of raising a child in the United States at the time.
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In earlier seasons, the amount displayed was $847.63, corresponding to the estimated monthly cost of raising a child in 1989. The creators stopped updating this amount for a while, but recent values show $486.52.
Regardless of the amount, this small detail highlights the fact that raising children has been and continues to be expensive, reflecting the economic reality faced by families.
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