Which of the Following Is an Example of a Positive

question 47

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of a positive externality? ​

• A) ​ A firm emits pollution into the air, harming members of society.
• B) ​An auto body shop makes a lot of noise, reducing the property values of nearby homes.
• C) ​A coastal dairy farmer's undeveloped land offers unimpeded views of the ocean for a nearby neighborhood.
• D) ​You go to a store and pay $0.65 for a candy bar that you then eat.

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Definitions:

Koreans

Refers to individuals originating from Korea, a country in East Asia, or those of Korean descent.

Suburbs

Outlying residential districts of a city, often characterized by lower population density than the urban core and a greater proportion of single-family homes.

Racial/Ethnic Group

A community of individuals who share common cultural, linguistic, or ancestral heritage.

Hispanics

Refers to individuals of Spanish-speaking ancestry, primarily from Latin American countries, living in the United States or other parts of the world.