When economists say there is no such thing as a free lunch, they mean that:
A) we must pay money for everything we get.
B) it is against the law to accept goods or services without paying for them.
C) the more lunch a person eats the more weight the person will gain.
D) every choice we make involves a trade-off.

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This phrase means that every choice involves a trade-off, implying that even if something appears to be free, there is always a cost to someone, somewhere, whether it's time, resources, or opportunity cost.

When Economists Say There Is No Such Thing as a Free