In the context of government intervention in the economy,an example of paternalism is
A)taxation law.
B)regulation to reduce pollution.
C)economic regulation of monopolies.
D)the provision of public goods.
E)laws requiring the use of bicycle helmets.

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Laws requiring the use of bicycle helmets are an example of paternalism as they impose a requirement on individuals to protect them from harm, even if they may not choose to do so themselves. The government is acting in a paternalistic manner by imposing the requirement for their own perceived benefit. The other options listed are examples of government intervention in the economy, but do not necessarily involve paternalism.

In the Context of Government Intervention in the Economy,an Example