Which Statement Provides an Explanation for Tariffs Decreasing Market Efficiency

question 51

Multiple Choice

Which statement provides an explanation for tariffs decreasing market efficiency?

• A) The supply of goods is not purchased by the buyers with the highest willingness to pay.
• B) The supply of goods is not produced by the lowest-cost suppliers.
• C) Prices are not equal to the equilibrium price.
• D) Deadweight loss is equal to zero.

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