Which of the Following Statements Is FALSE

question 38

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is FALSE?

• A) The total benefit of a public good equals the sum of the benefits to each person.
• B) It is harder for society to produce optimal amounts of public goods than it is for private goods.
• C) The United States Postal Service is not a public good.
• D) People value public goods differently.

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Definitions:

Placebo Effect

A beneficial health outcome resulting from a person's expectations of a treatment rather than the treatment itself.

Health Care System

A comprehensive organization of institutions, resources, and personnel intended to deliver health care services to meet the health needs of target populations.

Mental Disorders

Medical states marked by changes in cognition, emotions, or actions that lead to discomfort or reduced capability.

Organic Causes

Physical or biological factors that lead to a medical condition or disease.