Question

A state government is trying to decide whether to repair area bridges or make improvements to local schools. Economists and sociologists have been hired to evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of each option. The economists and sociologists are engaged in a:

a. cost-benefit analysis.
b. pro-and-con review.
c. public service.
d. political calculation.

Answer 1

If a state government is trying to decide whether to repair area bridges or make improvements to local schools, then economists and sociologists are most likely engaged in a "cost-benefit analysis".