Being stuck in traffic imposes ______ on drivers because they could be doing something more productive with their time.
A) a policy gridlock
B) an opportunity cost
C) a risk assessment
D) an inducement

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The term "opportunity cost" refers to the benefits a person gives up by choosing one option over another. In this case, the opportunity cost of being stuck in traffic is the time and potential productivity that could be gained if the person was not stuck in traffic. The other answer choices are not relevant to the situation described.

Being Stuck in Traffic Imposes ______ on Drivers Because They