Which of the following is an example of an unintended consequence?
A)first time tax credits that cause more home sales
B)a price ceiling on gasoline that causes a gas shortage and leads some gas stations to go out of business.
C)increased parking fines that lead to fewer violators
D)all of the above

Question

Which of the following is an example of an unintended consequence?
A)​first time tax credits that cause more home sales
B)​a price ceiling on gasoline that causes a gas shortage and leads some gas stations to go out of business.
C)​increased parking fines that lead to fewer violators
D)​all of the above

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The price ceiling on gasoline was intended to keep prices low for consumers, but it resulted in unintended consequences such as a gas shortage and some gas stations going out of business. Option A is an example of an intended consequence, as the tax credits were meant to encourage more home sales. Option C is unclear as to whether the decreased number of violators was an intended or unintended consequence, so it cannot be selected as the best choice.

Which of the Following Is an Example of an Unintended