Which of the Following Is a True Statement Regarding Why

question 121

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a true statement regarding why the government produces public goods?

• A) Public goods are valued highly by some but not by the majority.
• B) Because of the electoral system, the public sector tends towards producing those goods that help politicians get elected.
• C) Some goods should be produced whether they are economically efficient or not.
• D) Because it is difficult to exclude those who do not pay for public goods.

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