The Two Firms Listed Below Have Five Different Technologies for Pollution

question 8

Multiple Choice

The two firms listed below have five different technologies for pollution control to choose from: 1,2,3,4 and 5.The amount of pollution emitted and the cost of the technologies are shown in the table.In the absence of government oversight,the firms will pick technology 1 and emit 4 tons each.The government is considering two plans to reduce pollution: a 50% reduction by both firms or selling pollution permits.One permit entitles the owner to emit one ton of pollution.Without a permit,no pollution can be emitted.
-Refer to the information above.Suppose that the government decides to sell four permits and an environmental group is determined to only allow three tons of pollution to be emitted.To accomplish its goal,the environmental group should bid __________ for the permit.

• A) $500
• B) $300
• C) $250
• D) $200
• E) $100

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Definitions:

Environmental Scanning

The process by which businesses monitor and analyze their external environment to identify opportunities and threats.

Technological Environmental Force

Influences in the business environment resulting from changes in technology, impacting how products are produced, marketed, and distributed.

Social Force

Factors arising from societal norms and cultural values that influence individuals' behaviors, attitudes, and interactions within a community.

Environmental Scanning

The systematic process of collecting, analyzing, and using information about external events and trends which can influence an organization's decision-making process.