When the Market Does Not Lead to an Optimal Allocation

question 144

Multiple Choice

When the market does not lead to an optimal allocation of resources,there must be

• A)Too much regulation.
• B)A market failure.
• C)Proper antitrust laws in place.
• D)A competitive market structure.

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Classical Economics

A school of thought in economics that emphasizes the importance of free markets, competition, and the self-regulating nature of economies.

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