-Tom and Jerry Are the Only Members of Society

question 99

Multiple Choice

-Tom and Jerry are the only members of society. The table above shows their marginal benefits from defence satellites, a public good. What is the marginal benefit to society from the third satellite?

• A) $30
• B) $6
• C) $54
• D) $27

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