Some Protestors Are Opposed to the Idea of Providing Condoms

question 5

Multiple Choice

Some protestors are opposed to the idea of providing condoms to teenagers in school. These opponents believe that instead of helping teens, programs that provide condoms actually increase teen sexual activity. This is an example of:

• A) futility
• B) perversity
• C) jeopardy
• D) bureaucratization

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Definitions:

Utility

A concept in economics that refers to the total satisfaction received from consuming a good or service.

X and Y

Often used in economic models to represent variables, products, or factors that can influence outcomes in analyses.

Consuming

The act of using up goods and services to satisfy wants or needs.

Maximizing Utility

The process of choosing the allocation of scarce resources that provides the highest possible satisfaction or happiness to an individual or society.