Multiple Choice
The dramatic increase in the standard of living since the Industrial Revolution
A) means that societies and individuals face no constraints.
B) has not meant unlimited abundance for societies or persons.
C) means that "opportunity cost" is a meaningless concept.
D) has reduced the choices open to persons.
E) has made economics less useful to persons.
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