Imagine That a New Performance-Enhancing Drug Was Developed That Would

question 4

Multiple Choice

Imagine that a new performance-enhancing drug was developed that would greatly increase an athlete's ability to perform his or her sport.What can the prisoner's dilemma tell him or her about the possible use of the drug?

• A) The best short-term outcome is for another to use the drug.
• B) The best long-term outcome is if no one uses the drug.
• C) The best short-term outcome is for everyone to use the drug.
• D) The best long-term outcome is for everyone to use the drug.

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