Economists generally agree that price controls in the U.S. would

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Economists generally agree that price controls would lead to lower prices for consumers because the government would limit how much pharmaceutical companies can charge for their products. This would make drugs more affordable and accessible to the general public.

Option B is incorrect because price controls may actually decrease the motivation of drug companies to invest in new drug development since their profits would be limited.

Option C is also incorrect because the whole point of price controls is to limit profits for drug companies, so it would not increase their profits.

Option D is incorrect because it contradicts both option B and C.

Economists Generally Agree That Price Controls in the U