Economists Generally View Pollution as

question 105

Multiple Choice

Economists generally view pollution as

• A)an economic "bad" that must be eliminated entirely.
• B)a negative economy.
• C)a negative externality.
• D)a positive externality.
• E)a non-excludable good.

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Definitions:

Supply Chain Management

The management of products, information, and monetary assets as they progress from suppliers to manufacturers, then wholesalers, retailers, and ultimately consumers.

Gross Margin

A financial metric that represents the difference between sales revenue and the cost of goods sold, expressed as a percentage of sales revenue, indicating the profitability of a company's core activities.

Subcontractors

Independent entities hired by a primary contractor to perform a specific task as part of a larger project.

Distribution Center

A facility for the receipt, storage, and redistribution of goods to company stores or customers; may be operated by retailers, manufacturers, or distribution specialists.