A Subsidy

question 4

Multiple Choice

A subsidy:

• A)All of these statements are true.
• B)is a requirement that the government pay an extra amount to producers or consumers of a good.
• C)is used by governments to encourage the production and consumption of a particular good or service.
• D)is used by governments as an alternative to price controls to benefit certain groups without generating a shortage or an excess supply.

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