Suppose That Electricity Producers Create a Negative Externality Equal to $5

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Multiple Choice

Suppose that electricity producers create a negative externality equal to $5 per unit.What is the relationship between the equilibrium quantity and the socially optimal quantity of electricity to be produced?

• A) They are equal.
• B) The equilibrium quantity is greater than the socially optimal quantity.
• C) The equilibrium quantity is less than the socially optimal quantity.
• D) There is not enough information to answer the question.

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