The Net Increase to Total Surplus When a Negative Externality

question 51

Multiple Choice

The net increase to total surplus when a negative externality is corrected or eliminated is due to:

• A) the transfer of surplus from those affected by the externality to the consumer.
• B) the reduced number of transactions in the market.
• C) the transfer of surplus from consumer or producer to those affected by the externality.
• D) None of these statements is true.

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Definitions:

Invisible Assets

Non-physical resources that have economic value, such as brand reputation, intellectual property, or human capital.

Flexibility of Work

The degree to which a job allows for changes in work hours, location, and patterns to accommodate employees' needs and preferences.

Economic Approach

A method of analysis that focuses on the principles of supply and demand, cost-benefit analysis, and the rational behavior of individuals within the economy.

Profit

The financial gain obtained when the revenue from business activities exceeds the expenses, costs, and taxes associated with sustaining the activity.