At the Most Basic Level, the Distinguishing Characteristic of Government

question 33

Multiple Choice

At the most basic level, the distinguishing characteristic of government that makes it different from private firms is its ability to

• A) use coercive force against adults to modify their behavior or force them to pay for a good or service.
• B) direct resources in a manner that serves the public interest rather than the private interest of individuals.
• C) produce goods and services that people value.
• D) escape the constraints imposed by scarcity.

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Definitions:

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Social Anxiety Disorder

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Biological Treatment

Therapies that affect the body's biological function to treat mental health disorders, such as medication or electroconvulsive therapy.

Antidepressant Medication

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