Consider an Industry Producing Good X

question 84

Multiple Choice

Consider an industry producing good X.The quantity of good X produced in a competitive free market will be greater than the socially optimal level if

• A)the production of good X generates a positive externality.
• B)the consumption of good X generates a positive externality.
• C)the production of good X generates a negative externality.
• D)the government has imposed a tax on the production of good X.
• E)good X is a public good.

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Definitions:

Interpersonal Racism

Describes racism occurring between individuals, manifesting through personal bias, prejudices, or discriminatory behaviors.

Social Practices

The patterns of behavior and norms that are collectively accepted and followed by a society or social group.

Institutional Racism

Discrimination and unequal treatment based on race that is embedded within the policies, practices, and norms of organizations and institutions.

Interpersonal Racism

Racism that occurs between individuals, involving prejudicial attitudes or discriminatory actions based on race or ethnicity.