In an effort to cut traffic congestion, a government constructed a new highway. Most citizens were against this. In response, some citizens changed from using public transport to travelling by private cars. As a result, car journeys became even slower. What can be concluded about government failure in this case?
- AIt occurred because the government‘s opportunity costs were not considered.
- BIt occurred because the wishes of the majority of citizens were ignored.
- CIt occurred because the result was unintended.
- DIt occurred from over-reliance on the market system.