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:

Labor Force Growth

The increase in the number of individuals who are able and willing to work in a particular economy over time.

Legal Immigration

The process by which individuals from other countries move to a new country to reside permanently in accordance with its laws.

Economic Effects

The broad impact of financial activities and policies on a country's economy, including factors like growth, employment, and inflation.

Immigration

The process by which individuals move into a country of which they are not natives or where they do not possess citizenship, in order to settle or reside there.