Economists are all about charts, graphs, and efficiency. I didn't see many charts and graphs in China, but I did see efficiency.
Step 1: Arrive at airport, roughly 1 hour out of the city by car
Step 2: Buy ticket for sooper dooper fast magnetic train
Step 3: Board train, taking note of current time and speed
Step 4: Enjoy the ride, levitating your way into Shanghai
Step 5: As you begin to slow down, note current time and speed
Step 6: Exit train and enter Shanghai 7 minutes and 1 pleased economist later.
