Suppose External Costs Are Present in a Market Which Results

question 60

Multiple Choice

Suppose external costs are present in a market which results in the actual market price of $70 and market output of 150 units. How does this outcome compare to the efficient, ideal equilibrium?

• A) The efficient price would be higher than $70.
• B) The efficient price would be lower than $70.
• C) The efficient price would also be $70.
• D) The efficient output would be greater than 150 units.

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Definitions:

Deadweight Loss

An economic inefficiency occurring when there is an imbalance between supply and demand leading to a loss of economic value, often caused by government interventions like taxes or subsidies.

Equilibrium Quantity

The amount of products or services available and sought after at the market's balance price.

Supply Curve

A graphical representation that shows the relationship between the price of a good and the quantity of the good that producers are willing to supply.

Buyer's Value

The maximum amount that a buyer is willing to pay for a good or service, reflecting the personal value the buyer attributes to the product.