The Coase Theorem Suggests That Negative Externalities Occur, in Part

question 26

Multiple Choice

The Coase theorem suggests that negative externalities occur, in part, because of a lack of clearly defined:

• A) government regulations.
• B) corrective taxes.
• C) transaction costs.
• D) property rights.

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