When Policymakers Make Policies That Change the Costs and Benefits

question 200

Multiple Choice

When policymakers make policies that change the costs and benefits that people face, what is the result for society?

• A) people's behaviours are altered
• B) people ignore incentives
• C) inflation occurs
• D) government revenue is reduced

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