What Is Implied If an Economy Achieves Allocative Efficiency

question 92

Multiple Choice

What is implied if an economy achieves allocative efficiency?

• A)Products are being produced at their lowest cost.
• B)Everyone is able to obtain everything he or she desires.
• C)The cost of an additional item would be less than its price.
• D)The income of the society is being equitably distributed.
• E)The best combination of goods is being produced.

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Definitions:

Additional Paid-In Capital

Refers to the amount of money paid by investors for shares in a company above the par value of the shares.

Par Value

The face value of a bond or stock, as stated by the issuing company, which may differ from its market value.

Stock Issuance Costs

The expenses related to issuing new stocks, including legal, accounting, and underwriting fees.

New Shares

New shares refer to additional stocks issued by a company either through public offerings or rights issues to existing shareholders, which can dilute current ownership percentages.