If an External Cost Arises in the Production of Paint

question 78

Multiple Choice

If an external cost arises in the production of paint:

• A) the free market will not produce enough paint
• B) too much paint will be produced
• C) painting competitions should be organised in local schools to use up the excess paint
• D) the government should subsidise the production of paint

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