When a State Government Chooses to Build More Roads, the Resources

question 253

Multiple Choice

When a state government chooses to build more roads, the resources used are no longer available for public education programs. This dilemma illustrates the concept of

• A) production expenses.
• B) unemployment issues.
• C) unintended consequences.
• D) opportunity cost.

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