Most economists favor less interference in the marketplace by government because
A. economists ignore the positive impact of government because they focus only on GDP.
B. they believe that corporations and individuals are in a better position to know which investments are most likely to pay off.
C. economists have a lot of money invested in the stock market, and they don't want the government to spoil their investments.
D. the government is too corrupt.
Answer: B
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