were implemented. Was this a reasonable assumption given that the programs all cut out-of-pocket payments for beneficiaries? Explain.
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A.
No, this was not a reasonable assumption because lower out-of-pocket payments over time imply a lower price of health care services faced by consumers, and therefore a greater quantity of such services demanded and greater costs.
B.
Yes, this was a reasonable assumption because higher third-party payments over time imply a lower price of health care services faced by consumers, and therefore a higher quantity of such services demanded at about the same cost.
C.
Yes, this was a reasonable assumption because lower out-of-pocket payments over time imply a higher price of health care services faced by consumers, and therefore a smaller quantity of such services demanded and lower costs.
D.
No, this was not a reasonable assumption because higher out-of-pocket payments over time imply a higher price of health care services faced by consumers, and therefore a greater quantity of such services demanded and lower costs.