All of the following are assumptions of both market and public-sector decision making EXCEPT

A) Decisions are based on majority rule.
B) Decisions are motivated by individuals' self-interest.
C) Opportunity costs exist in decisions.
D) Choices reflect incentives faced by decision makers.


Answer: A

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