Which of the Following Is an Example of a Normative

question 33

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of a normative statement?

• A) A higher price for a good causes people to want to buy less of that good.
• B) A lower price for a good causes people to want to buy more of that good.
• C) To make the good available to more people, a lower price should be set.
• D) If you consume this good, you will be better off.

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Definitions:

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