In Evaluating Public Programs, Benefit-Cost Analysis

Multiple Choice

In evaluating public programs, benefit-cost analysis:

A) takes into account only the benefits that society gains from public programs.
B) states that a program should be undertaken only if it generates revenue.
C) states that a program should be undertaken only if total benefits exceed total costs.
D) takes into account only the direct costs of the program.
E) states that a program should be undertaken only if there are no indirect costs.