Two Firms Can Choose from Five Different Technologies to Reduce

question 9

Multiple Choice

Two firms can choose from five different technologies to reduce their pollution: A,B,C,D and E.The amount of pollution emitted by each technology and the cost of the technologies are shown in the table.Both firms have adopted technology A and currently emit 4 tons apiece.The government is considering two plans to reduce pollution: a 50% reduction by both firms or selling pollution permits.One permit entitles the owner to emit one ton of pollution.Without a permit,no pollution can be emitted.
$$\begin{array} { l c c c c c } & \mathrm { A } : & \mathrm { B } : & \mathrm { C } : & \mathrm { D } : & \mathrm { E } : \\& 4 \text { tons } & 3 \text { tons } & 2 \text { tons } & 1 \text { ton } & \text { no pollution } \\\text { Industrio } & \$ 350 & \$ 400 & \$ 500 & \$ 700 & \$ 1000 \\\text { Capitalista } & \$ 225 & \$ 250 & \$ 290 & \$ 400 & \$ 600\end{array}$$
Industrio would be willing to pay up to ___ for the right to discharge 1 ton of pollution,and Capitalista would be willing to pay up to __ for the right to discharge 1 ton of pollution.

• A)$50;$25
• B)$1000,$600
• C)$50,$50
• D)$300,$200

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Definitions:

Inflation Rate

The measure of inflation through the rising cost of goods and services, which diminishes the power of currency.

Nominal Wage

The wage earned by an employee, expressed in current currency terms, without adjustment for inflation or changes in purchasing power.

Efficiency Wage

A wage set above the market equilibrium by employers in an effort to enhance productivity, attract higher quality employees, and reduce turnover.

Constant Dollars

A term used to describe a measure of dollars that has been adjusted for inflation, reflecting the real value of money over time.