Suppose, in an effort to prevent the population from declining, Italy begins offering new mothers extended periods of paid family leave from work and, consequently, the birthrate per woman increases. If so, then this could best be characterized as an example of people responding to
A. envy.
B. accounting principles.
C. religious beliefs.
D. compassion.
E. economic incentives.
Answer (1)
The increase in birthrate due to Italy's extended paid family leave is an example of people responding to economic incentives, impacting their decision to have children. Such incentives lessen the financial burden of parenting. By making family life more manageable, these policies encourage higher birthrates. ;
