The "primary motive" of regulators, according to the share-the-gains, share-the-pains theory, is to

A. keep their jobs.
B. ensure that every group gets what it wants.
C. maximize their income through accepting monetary payoffs from groups.
D. ensure that all customers share the benefits of regulation, and not just the wealthiest consumers.


Answer: A

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Individuals will make choices to maximize their:

A. values. B. constraints. C. utility. D. income.

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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