If a Market Is Characterized by a Positive Externality That

question 95

Multiple Choice

If a market is characterized by a positive externality that is not the result of a technology spillover,

• A)the socially optimal level of output is less than the equilibrium level of output, and the optimal price is greater than the equilibrium price.
• B)the socially optimal level of output is greater than the equilibrium level of output, and the socially optimal price is less than the equilibrium price.
• C)the socially optimal level of output is greater than the equilibrium level of output, and the socially optimal price is greater than the equilibrium price.
• D)the socially optimal level of output is less than the equilibrium level of output, and the socially optimal price is less than the equilibrium price.

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Definitions:

Group Pressure

The social influence that groups exert on their members, often encouraging conformity to group norms and values.

Asch

Refers to Solomon Asch, known for his research on conformity and social pressure.

Milgram

Refers to Stanley Milgram, a psychologist best known for his controversial experiments on obedience to authority figures conducted in the 1960s.

Compliance

The act of conforming, acquiescing, or yielding to a request, demand, proposal, or regimen without internal agreement.