A Market Equilibrium Is Only Efficient If

question 13

Multiple Choice

A market equilibrium is only efficient if:

• A)the consumer surplus and the producer surplus associated with a given transaction are equal.
• B)consumer surplus and producer surplus are both zero.
• C)all relevant costs and benefits are reflected in the market supply and demand curves.
• D)output is distributed equitably among consumers.

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