Decreasing Returns to Scale May Occur as Increasing the Amount

question 55

Multiple Choice

Decreasing returns to scale may occur as increasing the amount of inputs used

• A) increases specialization.
• B) always increases the amount of output produced.
• C) may cause coordination difficulties.
• D) increases efficiency.

Identify the conditions for allocative efficiency in competitive markets.

Analyze the impact of external benefits and costs on market outcomes.

Understand the role of government interventions in correcting market failures due to externalities.

Explain how subsidies, taxes, and regulatory measures affect economic welfare and market equilibrium.

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