In the Production of Electricity with Fixed-Production Technology,the Socially Efficient

question 117

Multiple Choice

In the production of electricity with fixed-production technology,the socially efficient price is $2 and the socially efficient level of output is 400 units;the market equilibrium price is $1.50 and the market equilibrium quantity is 600 units.The marginal external cost is:

• A) $0.20
• B) $0.50
• C) $1.50
• D) $2.00
• E) $3.50

Understand the computation and implications of the times interest earned ratio.

Grasp the tax implications of corporate bond interest and dividends.

Understand how the carrying value of bonds changes over time and what it equals at maturity.

Know the characteristics and types of securities that companies with good credit ratings are likely to use.

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