-Refer to Figure 9

question 100

Multiple Choice

-Refer to Figure 9.10 to answer this question.Which of the following statements is correct regarding an unregulated competitive market?

• A)Its price of P₁ would be lower than a price that included all externalities.
• B)Its price of P₁ would be higher than a price that included all externalities.
• C)Its price of P₂ would be higher than a price that included all externalities.
• D)Its price of P₃ would be lower than a price that included all externalities.
• E)Its price of P₄ would be lower than a price that included all externalities.

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Definitions:

Opportunity Cost

The cost of foregoing the next best alternative when making a decision or choosing an option over another.

Crude Oil

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Tractors

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Autarky

An economic policy or situation in which a country is self-sufficient and does not take part in international trade or relies on imports and exports.