The Coase Theorem Says That, If the Appropriate Property Right

question 106

Multiple Choice

The Coase theorem says that, if the appropriate property right is assigned to __________, an efficient solution to an externality problem will be achieved.

• A)the party causing the externality
• B)the victim of the externality
• C)the party that can avoid the externality at the higher cost
• D)the party that can avoid the externality at the lower cost
• E)either one of the parties involved

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Definitions:

Regardless Of Payment

A phrase indicating that an action or decision is to be made without considering the payment or compensation involved.

Police Protection

Services provided by law enforcement agencies to ensure public safety and enforce the law.

Taxation

The process by which governments impose financial charges on individuals or entities, which funds public spending and services.

Voluntarily Pay

A scenario where payments are made without legal obligation, often as a gesture of goodwill or charity.