The Use of Coal Creates All of the Following Impacts

question 7

Multiple Choice

The use of coal creates all of the following impacts except ____________________.

• A) reduced water temperatures in water bodies
• B) emissions of mercury
• C) emissions of sulfur
• D) respiratory disease
• E) none of these answers

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Definitions:

Principle of Neutrality

The concept that certain measures, such as fiscal policies, should be designed to have a neutral effect on economic choices and competition.

Economic Decisions

Choices made by individuals, businesses, or governments regarding the allocation of scarce resources to satisfy needs and desires.

Excess Burden

The loss of economic efficiency that occurs when a tax or government policy distorts consumer behavior or market outcomes, leading to a decrease in total welfare.

Tax Revenue

The financial gains obtained by governments from tax collection.