Waybelow Normal University has found it necessary to institute a crime-control program on its campus to deal with the high costs of theft and vandalism. The university is now considering several alternative levels of crime control. This table shows the expected annual costs and benefits of these alternatives. Total Costs Per YearTotal Benefits Per Year (Reduction in the Costs of Crime)Level One - 1 Security Officer$20,000$80,000Level Two - 1 Security Officer with Guard Dog30,000120,000Level Three - 1 Security Officer with Guard Dog and Patrol Car40,000140,000Level Four - 2 Security Officers with Guard Dog50,000155,000Level Five - 2 Security Officers with Guard Dog and Patrol car60,000160,000Refer to the above information. Based on cost-benefit analysis, Waybelow should undertake:
A. Level Two.
B. Level Three.
C. Level Four.
D. Level Five.
Answer: C
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