When the Government Is Heavily Involved in Projects That Provide

question 21

Multiple Choice

When the government is heavily involved in projects that provide benefits to some businesses at the expense of others, this will increase the incentive of businesses to

• A) develop better products in order to satisfy consumers.
• B) invest in projects that increase the value of the resources.
• C) spend more time lobbying and seeking government favors.
• D) spend less time lobbying and seeking government favors.

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