Which of the Following Is a Disadvantage of Government Provision

question 158

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a disadvantage of government provision of a public good?

• A)The government lacks information about the value people place on the good.
• B)The government does not provide enough of any public good.
• C)The private sector can provide all public goods at a lower cost.
• D)There are no disadvantages of government provision of a public good.

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Definitions:

NAD+

Nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide, a coenzyme found in all living cells that is involved in redox reactions, carrying electrons from one reaction to another.

Oxygen

A chemical element (O) essential for most forms of life on earth, playing a key role in cellular respiration and energy production.

ATP

Adenosine triphosphate, a high-energy molecule that stores and transports chemical energy within cells for metabolism.

Energy Content

The amount of energy, typically measured in calories or joules, that is contained in a food or fuel source, indicating its potential to do work or produce heat.