For an Efficient Equilibrium, the Coase Theorem Does NOT Require

question 221

Multiple Choice

For an efficient equilibrium, the Coase theorem does NOT require that:

• A) transaction costs are low.
• B) the government sets a Pigouvian tax equal to the external cost.
• C) property rights are clearly defined.
• D) private bargains are possible.

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