Most Economists Prefer Corrective Taxes to Regulation as a Way

question 92

Multiple Choice

Most economists prefer corrective taxes to regulation as a way to correct the problem of pollution because

• A)the market-based solution is less costly to society.
• B)the market-based solution can result in a greater reduction in pollution.
• C)the market-based solution raises revenue for the government.
• D)All of the above are correct.

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