Two Types of Private Solutions to the Problem of Externalities

question 28

Multiple Choice

Two types of private solutions to the problem of externalities are

• A)charities and the Golden Rule.
• B)charities and subsidies.
• C)the Golden Rule and taxes.
• D)taxes and subsidies.

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Definitions:

Environmentally Friendly

Practices, products, or habits that cause minimal harm to or positively benefit the environment, often by conserving resources and reducing pollution.

Competitive Pressures

Forces in the market that compel companies to compete more aggressively, often leading to improvements in quality, service, and prices for consumers.

Market System

An economic system where decisions regarding investment, production, and distribution are guided by the price signals created by the forces of supply and demand.

Fundamental Question

Refers to basic inquiries that address the core and essential aspects within a field or subject, often regarding what, how, and for whom to produce in economics.