The Coase Theorem Deals with the Problem of Pollution by

question 248

Multiple Choice

The Coase theorem deals with the problem of pollution by

• A) giving the government regulatory power over polluters.
• B) making all polluters stop polluting.
• C) establishing and enforcing private property rights.
• D) having the government take over ownership of all polluting processes.
• E) allowing the government to set the proper emission charge.

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