Which of the Following Is a Real-World Example of a Negative

question 17

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a real-world example of a negative externality?

• A)You are craving a soda for lunch. However, the customer ahead of you in line at the hot dog stand buys the last can.
• B)National defense is available even for people who do not pay income taxes.
• C)A person seated in a non-smoking section of a restaurant decides to sneak a few puffs of a cigarette.
• D)A child receives a vaccination to prevent the spread of measles.

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Definitions:

Cerebellum

A region of the brain that plays an important role in motor control, and it may also be involved in some cognitive functions such as attention and language.

Hippocampus

A region of the brain that is associated with the formation of new memories and is important in the process of transferring short-term memories to long-term storage.

Prenatal Nutrition

Nutrient intake and dietary planning that affect the health of a pregnant woman and her unborn baby.

Environment

The surroundings or conditions in which a person, animal, or plant lives or operates, including natural, social, and built factors.