Which of the Following Is an Example of an External

question 292

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of an external cost?

• A) taxes
• B) the price of a car wash
• C) pollution
• D) an electricity bill

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Definitions:

Authority

The power or right to give orders, make decisions, and enforce obedience, often associated with a position of leadership or governance.

Persuasion Knowledge Model

A framework that explains how and why consumers develop knowledge and attitudes about persuasion, influencing their responses to marketing efforts.

Cognitive Dissonance

A state of mental discomfort arising from holding conflicting beliefs, attitudes, or values or from behaving in ways that are contrary to one's beliefs.

Customer Co-creation

A business strategy that involves bringing customers into the creation process of products or services to better meet their needs and desires.