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

A. Ceteris paribus, a teacher should award a higher grade if you study more hours for an economics test.
B. When the price of an item increases, people respond by reducing their consumption of the item.
C. The government should balance the budget.
D. It is too hot to go jogging.


Answer: B

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