Two Firms Can Choose from Five Different Technologies to Reduce

question 13

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.
$\begin{array}{lccccc} & \text { A: } & \text { B: } & \text { C: } & \text { D: } & \text { E: } \\& 4 \text { tons } & 3 \text { tons } & 2 \text { tons } & 1 \text { ton } & \text { no pollution } \\\text { Industrio } & \$ 350 & \$ 400 & \$ 500 & \$ 700 & \$ 1000 \\\text { Capitalista } & \$ 225 & \$ 250 & \$ 290 & \$ 400 & \$ 600\end{array}$
If the government decided to use permits instead of regulation,in order to reduce pollution by 50% it would need to sell _____ permits.

• A) 4
• B) 2
• C) 3
• D) 5

Convert currency values based on given exchange rates.

Understand the historical context and policies affecting the currency exchange system.

Comprehend the balance of trade and its components.

Perform currency conversions for international trade and purchases.

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Definitions:

Negative Reinforcement

A behavioral principle where the removal of an unpleasant stimulus following a behavior increases the likelihood of that behavior being repeated.

Positive Reinforcement

An increase in the future frequency of a behavior due to the addition of a stimulus immediately following a response.

Negative Reinforcement

A behavioral principle where the removal of an unpleasant stimulus strengthens a behavior, increasing its occurrence.

Negative Punishment

A behavioral control method where the removal of a desirable stimulus decreases the likelihood of a behavior recurring.