Responsibility for the Consequences of Breaking the Law Is Often

question 55

True/False

Responsibility for the consequences of breaking the law is often referred to as legal liability.

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Definitions:

Private Cost

Private cost is the cost incurred by an individual or company in producing goods or services, excluding externalities.

External Benefit

A positive effect of a transaction or activity on a third party who did not choose to incur that benefit.

Externalities

Financial implications or effects that influence bystander third parties and may be either beneficial or harmful.

Incentives

Factors that motivate or encourage individuals to perform actions or make decisions.