(Last Word) Most people do not steal, because
A) stolen goods are subject to the law of diminishing marginal utility.
B) the marginal utilities of stolen goods are negative.
C) their marginal costs, including guilt costs, are too high.
D) stolen goods can only be sold at deep discounts.

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Most people do not steal because the marginal costs, including guilt costs, are too high. Stealing goes against societal norms and values, and individuals may feel guilty and face social or legal consequences if caught. Therefore, the potential costs of stealing outweigh the potential benefits, leading most people to refrain from stealing.

(Last Word) Most People Do Not Steal, Because