The Provision of a Public Good Generates a

question 78

Multiple Choice

The provision of a public good generates a

• A)positive externality, as does the use of a common resource.
• B)positive externality and the use of a common resource generates a negative externality.
• C)negative externality, as does the use of a common resource.
• D)negative externality and the use of a common resource generates a positive externality.

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Definitions:

Civil War

A conflict between different factions or regions within the same country, often fought over political, social, ethnic, or economic issues.

Traditional Communities

Societies or groups that adhere to longstanding customs, practices, and values, often resisting modern changes.

Modernity

A term that characterizes industrialized societies, including the decline of tradition, an increase in individualism, and a belief in progress, technology, and science.

Autonomy

The capacity to make an informed, uncoerced decision; often refers to the self-governance of individuals or groups.