Which of the Following Would Illustrate an Example That Leads

question 99

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would illustrate an example that leads to high transaction costs when dealing with pollution?

• A) Air quality in New York City.
• B) Water pollution caused by a large number of firms at a location near the same river.
• C) Noise pollution from aircraft near a busy airport.
• D) All of the above.

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