When a Market Is Characterized by an Externality, the Government

question 392

Multiple Choice

When a market is characterized by an externality, the government

• A)can correct the market failure only in the case of positive externalities.
• B)can correct the market failure only in the case of negative externalities.
• C)can correct the market failure in the case of both positive and negative externalities by inducing market participants to internalize the externality.
• D)cannot correct for externalities due to the existence of patents.

Understand the concept of correlation and distinguish between positive, negative, and zero correlations.

Recognize the limitations of correlational studies in inferring causation.

Identify examples of illusory correlations and understand why they occur.

Understand the basic principles of experimental design, including independent and dependent variables.

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