Private Markets Fail to Reach a Socially Optimal Equilibrium When

question 37

Multiple Choice

Private markets fail to reach a socially optimal equilibrium when positive externalities are present because the

• A)private benefit equals the social benefit at the private market solution.
• B)private cost exceeds the private benefit at the private market solution.
• C)social value exceeds the private value at the private market solution.
• D)private cost exceeds the social benefit at the private market solution.