When an Alternative to the Current Allocation of Resources Exists

question 11

Multiple Choice

When an alternative to the current allocation of resources exists that would increase society's welfare:

• A) there is market failure.
• B) the efficiency condition is met.
• C) decisionmakers have faced the marginal benefits and marginal costs of their decisions.
• D) producers have maximized total cost.

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