Which of the following is not an example of a group responding to an incentive?
A)Students attend class because of an attendance policy that reduces their grade for absences.
B)Consumers buy more of a product when it is on sale at a reduced price.
C)Universities offer fewer online classes when they generate more revenue than traditional classes.
D)Employees work harder to earn higher commissions.

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This is not an example of a group responding to an incentive because it is a decision made by the university administration based on financial considerations, rather than a direct incentive for individuals to take a specific action. The other options provide clear examples of groups responding to incentives: students attending class to avoid a penalty, consumers buying more due to a discounted price, and employees working harder to earn higher pay.

Which of the Following Is Not an Example of a Group