The following data show the relationship between the number of drivers who leave for work at 8:00 a.m. ,their average commute times,and their marginal benefit associated with the commute times.
-Refer to the data above.It is likely that if a $5 toll from 8:00 a.m.to 9:00 a.m.was proposed,objections from drivers would be loud and vigorous.Suppose that the drivers propose building more roads.The impact of this would be to
A) reduce commute times immediately and permanently.
B) increase commute times immediately but not permanently.
C) reduce commute times after construction ended but ultimately lead back to overutilization.
D) discourage people from driving to work.
E) encourage alternatives to driving to work.

Question

The following data show the relationship between the number of drivers who leave for work at 8:00 a.m. ,their average commute times,and their marginal benefit associated with the commute times. 
-Refer to the data above.It is likely that if a $5 toll from 8:00 a.m.to 9:00 a.m.was proposed,objections from drivers would be loud and vigorous.Suppose that the drivers propose building more roads.The impact of this would be to
A) reduce commute times immediately and permanently. 
B) increase commute times immediately but not permanently. 
C) reduce commute times after construction ended but ultimately lead back to overutilization. 
D) discourage people from driving to work. 
E) encourage alternatives to driving to work.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Building more roads would initially reduce commute times, but the increase in convenience may lead to more drivers using the roads, ultimately leading back to overutilization. This is known as induced demand. Therefore, while there may be short-term benefits to building more roads, it may not be a long-term solution to reducing congestion.

The Following Data Show the Relationship Between the Number of Drivers