Deadweight Loss

question 92

Multiple Choice

Deadweight loss

• A)is a problem only when more than the equilibrium quantity is produced.
• B)is a loss of producer and consumer surplus.
• C)is a problem only when less than the equilibrium quantity is produced.
• D)occurs when Pareto efficiency is achieved.
• E)is typically an example of market failure.

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