To estimate the value of a statistical life, economists sometimes ask people how much they would be willing to pay to reduce their risk of death by a small amount. This method of determining the value of a statistical life is known as

A. stated preference.
B. the survey method.
C. revealed preference.
D. the actuarial method.

Answer: A

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