The Concept of the "Best" Level of Pollution Suggests That

question 86

Multiple Choice

The concept of the "best" level of pollution suggests that

• A) economists can't integrate externalities into supply and demand models.
• B) the "public interest" prefers less pollution to more.
• C) opportunity costs of reducing pollution may sometimes exceed the benefits.
• D) markets efficiently reduce pollution to efficient levels.

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Reserves

Assets held by financial institutions or central banks as a requirement or for ensuring liquidity in times of need, including cash, deposits, or securities.

Money Supply

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