One Result of Asymmetric Information in the Market for Used

question 160

Multiple Choice

One result of asymmetric information in the market for used cars is that

• A)few used cars are offered on the market
• B)few lemons are sold
• C)more lemons may be offered for sale than good cars
• D)buyers benefit at the expense of sellers
• E)good cars will sell for more than they are worth

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