In your opinion, what's the difference between a fair profit, and just plain gouging?

In your opinion, what's the difference between a fair profit, and just plain gouging?
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If the commodity is a real or perceived necessity, then anything that exceeds reasonable would, IMHO, be considered profiteering.
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