Deadweight Loss Occurs When

question 52

Multiple Choice

Deadweight loss occurs when

• A) producer surplus is greater than consumer surplus.
• B) the maximum level of total welfare is not achieved.
• C) consumer surplus is reduced.
• D) an inferior good is consumed.

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