Negative Externalities Occur When One Person's Actions

question 217

Multiple Choice

Negative externalities occur when one person's actions

• A)cause another person to lose money in a stock market transaction.
• B)cause his or her employer to lose business.
• C)reveal his or her preference for foreign-produced goods.
• D)adversely affect the well-being of a bystander who is not a party to the action.

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Definitions:

Seligman

A psychologist known for his work on learned helplessness, positive psychology, and theories on depression and wellbeing.

External Factors

Elements outside an individual that can influence their behavior, thoughts, and feelings.

Decreased Interest

A phenomenon where an individual shows less enthusiasm or engagement in activities they previously found appealing.

Depressed

Experiencing persistent sadness, low mood, and a lack of interest or pleasure in normally enjoyable activities.