Which of the Following Would Be a Point Source of Pollution

question 17

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would be a point source of pollution?

• A)waste water pipes of a factory
• B)runoff from an agricultural community
• C)sewer water rinsed off the freeway
• D)all of the above
• E)none of the above

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Definitions:

Coase Theorem

A theory suggesting that if trade in an externality is possible and there are no transaction costs, bargaining will lead to an efficient outcome regardless of the initial allocation of property.

Coase Theorem

A legal and economic theory stating that if trade in an externality is possible and there are no transaction costs, bargaining will lead to an efficient outcome regardless of the initial allocation of property rights.

Transaction Costs

The expenses incurred when buying or selling a good or service, which can include search, bargaining, and enforcement costs.

Marginal Social Benefit

The additional benefit to society resulting from one more unit of a good or service being produced and consumed.