Which of the following statements is most consistent with the rule of rational choice?
A) Manufacturers of automobiles should seek to make cars safer, no matter the costs involved.
B) Police forces should be enlarged until virtually all crime is eliminated.
C) Environment Canada should strive to eliminate virtually all air and water pollution.
D) When evaluating new prescription drugs, Health Canada should weigh each drug's potential health benefits against the potential health risks posed by known side effects.

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The rule of rational choice involves weighing the costs and benefits of different options. Option D reflects this by considering the potential benefits of a new drug against the potential risks of known side effects. The other options (A, B, and C) do not necessarily take into account the costs involved in achieving their stated goals.

Which of the Following Statements Is Most Consistent with the Rule