Suppose That Cookie Producers Create a Positive Externality Equal to $2

question 55

Multiple Choice

Suppose that cookie producers create a positive externality equal to $2 per dozen.Further suppose that the government offers a $2 per-dozen subsidy to the producers.What is the relationship between the equilibrium quantity and the socially optimal quantity of cookies to be produced?

• A) The equilibrium quantity is greater than the socially optimal quantity.
• B) The equilibrium quantity is less than the socially optimal quantity.
• C) They are equal.
• D) There is not enough information to answer the question.

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Understand the basic concepts of performance measurement in terms of quantity, quality, cost, or time.

Calculate and interpret the need for action based on discrepancies between desired and actual performance.

Recognize the control equation and its components.

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