The Best Example of a Private Good, Exchanged in Competitive

question 133

Multiple Choice

The best example of a private good, exchanged in competitive markets and for which exclusion is possible, is:

• A) an automobile.
• B) public education.
• C) national defense.
• D) law enforcement.

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Definitions:

Market Price Per Share

refers to the current price at which a single share of a company's stock is being traded on the open market.

Return on Equity

A financial performance measure that demonstrates how effectively a company uses investor funds to generate profit.

Equity Multiplier

The equity multiplier is a financial ratio that measures the degree of a company's financing through debt compared to its owned equity, indicating leverage level.

Return on Assets

A financial ratio indicating the profitability of a company relative to its total assets.