In an Attempt to Reduce Shooting Deaths,some Cities Have Offered

question 178

Multiple Choice

In an attempt to reduce shooting deaths,some cities have offered money to people who turn in illegal guns.This program is an example of the government using _____ to influence behavior.

• A)financial incentives
• B)law
• C)marginal analysis
• D)the gains from trade

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