Suppose That Electricity Producers Create a Negative Externality Equal to $5

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Multiple Choice

Suppose that electricity producers create a negative externality equal to $5 per unit. Further suppose that the government gives a $5 per-unit subsidy to producers. What is the relationship between the equilibrium quantity and the socially optimal quantity of electricity 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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Definitions:

Order Policy

Guidelines established by a company to determine minimum inventory levels, reorder points, and order quantities to manage inventory effectively.

Basic EOQ Model

The Economic Order Quantity model, a formula used to determine the optimal quantity of inventory to order, minimizing total inventory costs.

Ordering Cost

Expenses incurred in placing and processing orders for products or materials, including administrative costs and the cost of receiving and inspecting the items.

Carrying Cost

The total cost of holding inventory, including storage costs, insurance, and depreciation, among others.