Statement I: Nearly All Economists Prefer Command-And-Control to Incentive-Based Regulations

question 87

Multiple Choice

Statement I: Nearly all economists prefer command-and-control to incentive-based regulations to curb pollution.
Statement II: Voting for a $4 per gallon tax on gasoline would be political suicide for most of our Representatives and Senators.

• A)Statement I is true and statement II is false.
• B)Statement II is true and statement I is false.
• C)Both statements are true.
• D)Both statements are false.

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Definitions:

Eugene Debs

An American socialist, political activist, trade unionist, and one of the founding members of the Industrial Workers of the World, who ran for U.S. President five times as the candidate of the Socialist Party.

Socialist Cause

A movement or effort dedicated to promoting socialism, which advocates for public or collective ownership and administration of the means of production and distribution of goods.

Mass Consumption

The widespread purchase and use of goods and services by a large portion of the population, often associated with developed economies and the rise of consumer culture.

Department Stores

Large retail establishments that offer a wide variety of goods in different departments under one roof, representing an essential aspect of consumer culture.