In what way, if any, does the invisible hand affect government resource allocation?
A. It enhances government efficiency by promoting competition for resources within
government.
B. It does not help resource allocation, as there are no competitive forces within government
that automatically direct resources to their best uses.
C. It rewards government bureaucrats who are most efficient at implementing public policies.
D. It reduces government efficiency by sending market signals that interfere with government
decision making.
Answer: B
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