The Net Benefit of a Particular Alternative Equals ________

question 97

Multiple Choice

The net benefit of a particular alternative equals ________.

• A) the benefits received from the alternative plus the costs incurred when choosing the alternative
• B) the benefits received from the alternative divided by the costs incurred when choosing the alternative
• C) the costs incurred when choosing the alternative divided by the benefits received from the alternative
• D) the benefits received from the alternative minus the costs incurred when choosing the alternative

Understand the concept of social efficiency and how market prices can misrepresent societal value.

Understand the concepts of market efficiency and equity.

Recognize the causes and consequences of market failure.

Identify examples of negative externalities and public goods.

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