When the Government Hires People to Serve in the Army

question 66

Multiple Choice

When the government hires people to serve in the army, these people are no longer available to do other work. This choice illustrates the concept of

• A) marginal benefit.
• B) opportunity cost.
• C) a social interest/private interest conflict.
• D) an incentive.

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