Which of the Following Is a Real-World Example of a Positive

question 23

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a real-world example of a positive externality?

• A)You are craving a soda for lunch. However, the customer ahead of you in line at the hot dog stand buys the last can.
• B)National defense is available even for people who do not pay income taxes.
• C)A person seated in a non-smoking section of a restaurant decides to sneak a few puffs of a cigarette.
• D)A child receives a vaccination to prevent the spread of measles.

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Definitions:

Volunteer Bias

The potential distortion in research results due to the characteristics of individuals who willingly choose to participate in studies.

Artificial Environment

An environment created by human beings as opposed to natural settings, often designed for specific purposes or research.

Privileged

Having special rights, advantages, or immunities not commonly accessible to all, often based on social, economic, or legal status.

Ethnic Minorities

Groups within a larger community that have different national, tribal, religious, linguistic, or cultural origins than the majority population.