If the punishment associated with breaking a government ban is not severe enough, it may:
A)not alter the trade-offs enough to change the consumption patterns of the banned good.
B)increase consumption of the good, exaggerating the problem.
C)still decrease consumption of the good if the price of the good changes.
D)still be effective if it gains enough media attention.

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If the punishment is not severe, it may not significantly alter the cost-benefit analysis for individuals, leading them to continue consuming the banned good.

If the Punishment Associated with Breaking a Government Ban Is