The Coase Theorem Suggests That a Private Transaction Can Compensate

question 24

Multiple Choice

The Coase theorem suggests that a private transaction can compensate for an externality when private property rights exist. In practice, why doesn't it work when large numbers of people are involved?

• A) because marginal costs are higher than marginal benefits
• B) because too many politicians get involved
• C) because marginal benefits are higher than marginal costs
• D) because transaction costs are too high

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