Obesity is one of the biggest health challenges facing Canadians, with few Canadians getting the recommended amount of daily physical activity. Economists would expect
A)people who value physical appearance to exercise less than others.
B)people will exercise more when the cost of skipping exercise increases.
C)people who agree to pay a fine for skipping exercise sessions will be less healthy than those who do not.
D)there is no correlation between fines for skipping exercise and how often people will go to the gym.

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Economists would expect people to exercise more when the cost of skipping exercise increases, which could be achieved through fines or other penalties. This is because people respond to incentives, and if the cost of not exercising is higher, they are more likely to engage in physical activity.

Obesity Is One of the Biggest Health Challenges Facing Canadians