Give an Example of Government Intervention That Is Intended to Reduce

question 71

Essay

Give an example of government intervention that is intended to reduce an externality.

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Definitions:

Net Method

An accounting method that records purchases after deducting any available discounts, directly showing the net purchase cost.

Credit Terms

Conditions under which credit will be extended to a customer, including repayment timeframe and interest rate.

Merchandise Inventory

Goods a company has in stock and available for sale, typically in a retail or wholesale setting.

Inventory Shrinkage

The loss of products between purchase and sale, often due to theft, damage, or errors in counting.