Economists Differ in Their Views of the Role of the Government

question 169

Multiple Choice

Economists differ in their views of the role of the government in promoting economic growth. According to the text, at the very least, what should the government do?

• A) lend support to the invisible hand by maintaining property rights and political stability
• B) limit foreign investment to industries that don't already exist
• C) impose trade restrictions to protect the interests of domestic producers and consumers
• D) subsidize key industries

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