Which of the Following Is a Rationale for Intervention in Agricultural

question 22

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a rationale for intervention in agricultural extension?

• A) Privately held firms rarely provide extension services even when profitable
• B) Farmers may be unaware of the potential benefits from extension services
• C) There are significant negative externalities associated with extension services
• D) Because free riding in extension services is not possible intervention is less important than in other areas.

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