Pollution Is a Form of Market Failure Called a Public

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Pollution is a form of market failure called a public externality.

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Definitions:

Total Surplus

The sum of consumer and producer surplus, representing the total benefits to society from the production and consumption of goods and services.

International Trade

The exchange of goods and services between countries, allowing for the acquisition of products not available domestically or the export of surplus production.

Domestic Consumers

Individuals or entities within a country that purchase goods and services for personal use or consumption.

Domestic Producers

Refers to businesses and individuals that produce goods and services within a country's borders.