If a Production Quota Is Set Below the Equilibrium Quantity

question 148

Multiple Choice

If a production quota is set below the equilibrium quantity, at the quota quantity marginal benefit is _______ marginal cost and the level of production is _______.

• A) greater than; efficient
• B) less than; inefficient
• C) greater than; inefficient
• D) equal to; efficient

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