An Example of a Market Failure Is

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Multiple Choice

An example of a market failure is

• A) a firm is dumping toxic waste that is making people sick.
• B) when not everyone who wants to see a major league football game can.
• C) when there is an increase in gasoline demand and a shortage develops.
• D) when the market prices of some vehicles are too high for some buyers.

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