Suppose That Beef Producers Create a Negative Externality

question 219

Multiple Choice

Suppose that beef producers create a negative externality. What is the relationship between the equilibrium quantity of beef and the socially optimal quantity of beef?

• A)They are equal.
• B)The equilibrium quantity is greater than the socially optimal quantity.
• C)The equilibrium quantity is less than the socially optimal quantity.
• D)There is not enough information to answer the question.

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