Suppose That There Are Three Power-Generating Plants,all of Which Generate

question 86

Multiple Choice

Suppose that there are three power-generating plants,all of which generate emissions.The table summarizes the cost of emission reduction for each firm given five different levels of pollution: $\begin{array}{lllllr}\text { Tons of smoke emitted per day } & 4 & 3 & 2 & 1 & 0 \\\text { Total abatement cost, firm A } & 0 & \$ 14 & \$ 30 & \$ 50 & \$ 75 \\\text { Total abatement cost, firm B } & 0 & \$ 20 & \$ 45 & \$ 80 & \$ 120 \\\text { Total abatement cost, firm C } & 0 & \$ 25 & \$ 60 & \$ 100 & \$ 150\end{array}$
In the absence of either government regulation or private negotiation,total expenditure on pollution abatement will be $__________,and total pollution will be __________.

• A) 0;4 tons
• B) 0;12 tons
• C) 59;9 tons
• D) 44;8 tons

Explain the conditions under which an economy can produce outside its production possibilities curve.

Describe how discrimination and inefficiencies impact labor markets and economic outcomes.

Recognize the importance of innovation, education, and investment in driving economic growth.

Discuss the real-world applications of economic theories in historical contexts and contemporary policy decisions.

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