Economic theory can predict or explain behavior A) in the private but not in the public or government sector of society. B) most successfully in areas where behavior is largely guided by foresight and planning. C) only when behavior aims at maximizing net monetary revenue. D) when people behave selfishly rather than in the public interest.
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