alleryStart learning →Public sector programmes should be designed to maximise what?
AGovernment tax revenue
BNet social benefit
CAnnual budget surplus
DPrivate firm profits
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. Net social benefit
Cost-benefit analysis aims at the largest net social gain, meaning benefits minus costs.
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