Refer to the Diagram

question 116

Multiple Choice

Refer to the diagram. From society's perspective, if MB₁ and MC₂ are relevant,

• A)Q₂ represents too little pollution abatement.
• B)Q₁ represents too much pollution abatement.
• C)Q₂ represents an optimal amount of pollution abatement.
• D)Q₄ represents too little pollution abatement.

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