Economic Theory Indicates That the Growth of Subsidies to Healthcare

question 64

Multiple Choice

Economic theory indicates that the growth of subsidies to healthcare consumers and accompanying expansion in third-party payments will

• A) place downward pressure on the prices of healthcare services.
• B) lead to higher healthcare prices.
• C) increase the incentive of consumers to economize on their purchases of healthcare services.
• D) increase the incentive of healthcare providers to provide their services at economical prices.

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