All of the Following Are Examples of Negative Externalities from an Investment

question 26

Multiple Choice

All of the following are examples of negative externalities from an investment in infrastructure except:

• A) Dam projects sometimes displace people
• B) Increased efficiency of other programs from improved sanitation services
• C) Road improvements can reduce safety for pedestrians
• D) One community's domestic water and sanitation infrastructure may pollute the drinking water of downstream communities

Understand the concept of efficiency wages and their effects on labor market outcomes.

Recognize the economic reasons behind high incomes of superstars.

Analyze the impact of physical attractiveness on earnings from an economic perspective.

Explore gender differences in labor market preferences and outcomes.

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Definitions:

Break-Even Level Of Sales

The amount of revenue from sales that is exactly sufficient to cover both fixed and variable costs, resulting in zero net profit or loss.

Variable Cost

A cost that varies directly with the level of production or sales volume.

Net 30 Policy

A payment term indicating that payment is due in full 30 days after the invoice date.