Economists Believe That Most Individuals Act as If They Are

question 172

Multiple Choice

Economists believe that most individuals act as if they are motivated by self-interest and:

• A)​respond selfishly.
• B)​respond in predictable ways to changing circumstances.
• C)​it leads to inconsistent and unpredictable behavior.
• D)​all of the above.

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