Which of the Following Would Be Classified as a Positive

question 34

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would be classified as a positive externality?

• A) a surcharge for ambulance service is shifted to property taxes
• B) reselling outdated textbooks to under-funded public schools
• C) removing government education subsidies for public schools
• D) converting a derelict empty lot to a public vegetable garden

Apply basic economic principles to real-world scenarios involving consumer behavior and decision-making.

Understand the concepts of normal and inferior goods and their implications for consumer choice.

Analyze the economic implications of policy changes, such as health care reform, on individual welfare.

Understand medical terminology related to basic muscle anatomy and function.

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Definitions:

Country B

A hypothetical or specific reference to a nation identified as "B" for analysis or discussion purposes.

Self-selection

A situation where individuals select themselves into a group, causing potential bias in statistical analysis due to non-random sample characteristics.

Migration

The movement of people from one place to another with the intentions of settling, temporarily or permanently, in a new location. This can be driven by factors such as economic, social, political, or environmental reasons.

Highly Skilled Immigrants

Highly skilled immigrants are individuals who migrate to another country and possess specialized knowledge or skills, often contributing to the host country's workforce in sectors such as technology, healthcare, and education.