Suppose That Meat Producers Create a Negative Externality

question 371

Multiple Choice

Suppose that meat producers create a negative externality.What is the relationship between the equilibrium quantity and the socially optimal quantity of meat 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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