Microeconomics
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ISBN: 9781260507140
Author: David C. Colander
Publisher: McGraw Hill Education
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Chapter 22, Problem 17QE
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Classify the given statements as different types of nudge policy.
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What do you think of the ethics of using unconscious nudges to alter people’s behavior? Before you answer, consider the following argument made by economists Richard Thaler and Cass Sunstein, who favor the use of nudges. They argue that in most situations, we couldn’t avoid nudging even if we wanted to because whatever policy we choose will contain some set of unconscious nudges and incentives that will influence people. Thus, they say, we might as well choose the wisest set of nudges.
Which of the following would NOT be considered a "nudge" to get people to quit smoking?
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Putting tobacco alternatives (such as nicotine gum) at the check-out counter
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