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question 27

Multiple Choice

Use the following to answer questions:
Scenario 4-2. Petro is considering opening a new small business called Petro's Playground. It will be an inside playground with climbing equipment, jungle gym, pit of balls, slides, and swings. Petro's closest competition has been in business for four years and provides quality service along with the fun of the playground. The competition is located four miles away in a large city and Petro is hoping to acquire some of his competition's market share by providing lower prices and more diversity in playground equipment.
-In Scenario 4-2 above, which advantages may Petro have initially in obtaining new customers?

• A) Lower prices and new and different equipment
• B) Good service
• C) New building
• D) Location

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Definitions:

Market Failure

When the free market's distribution of goods and services is inefficient, it typically results in a reduction of societal welfare.

Inefficient Allocation

A situation where resources are not used in the best possible way, often leading to waste or unmet needs.

Negative Externality

An undesirable outcome of an economic activity that affects third parties who did not choose to incur that cost or benefit.

Air Pollution

The presence of substances in the atmosphere that are harmful to human health, the environment or cause climate change.