The Proliferation of BitTorrent and Other File Sharing Media Have

question 131

Multiple Choice

The proliferation of BitTorrent and other file sharing media have threatened the copyright system.Based on an understanding of incentives and opportunity cost,how are the decisions of musicians likely impacted?

• A) They will spend more time in court,reducing the amount of music they produce.
• B) They will illegally download the music of other artists to balance the impact across the industry.
• C) Since music theft cannot be stopped,musicians will stop trying to sell their music.
• D) Most musicians will be forced to take a second job in order to support themselves.
• E) If more money can be made in alternative professions,individuals will choose not to pursue music.

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