As with Many Public Goods,determining the Appropriate Level of Government

question 25

Multiple Choice

As with many public goods,determining the appropriate level of government support for the production of general knowledge is difficult.Why

• A)Benefits are hard to measure.
• B)Patents correct for an unknown portion of the externality.
• C)Members of Parliament are often experts in the sciences.
• D)The costs always exceed the benefits.

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Definitions:

Personal Protective Equipment

Equipment worn to minimize exposure to hazards that cause serious workplace injuries and illnesses, which may include gloves, helmets, goggles, etc.

Law

A rule of conduct established and enforced by an authority or governing body, such as the federal government.

Medical Office

A facility where physicians and other healthcare professionals provide diagnosis, treatment, and other health services to patients.

Asepsis

The condition in which pathogens are absent or controlled.