Which of the Following Is the Most Efficient Method to Reduce

question 664

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the most efficient method to reduce pollution emissions?

• A) government pollution charges or taxes
• B) non-tradable emission standards that cap allowable pollution
• C) common law enforcement of property rights, when those rights are well-defined and transaction costs are low
• D) legislated regulations limiting the quantity of emissions allowed by each firm

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Definitions:

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