Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)

1. Price controls are always implemented by the federal government.
2. The controlled rents for existing occupants are generally well below market rental rates.
3. The main argument for minimum wage is that it allows low-income workers to live better.
4. Price ceilings on gasoline lead to surpluses of this product.


1. False
2. True
3. True
4. False

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