If There Are Significant External Costs Associated with the Production

question 128

Multiple Choice

If there are significant external costs associated with the production of a product, it can be said that the private cost of production to the firm ____ the cost to society associated with this product and output should ____ to move toward the efficient situation.

• A)​overstates; increase
• B)​understates; increase
• C)​overstates; decrease
• D)​understates; decrease

Understand the role of real options in strategic investment decisions.

Understand the benefits and drawbacks of export promotion and import substitution policies for economic growth.

Analyze the implications of opening economies to free trade for developing countries.

Identify the role of various organizations and programs in coordinating and providing aid.

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Definitions:

Ownership

The legal right to possess, use, and dispose of something, whether it be tangible property like land or intangible assets like intellectual property.

Hotel Liability

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Stolen Television

A television that has been illegally taken from its rightful owner without permission.

Price Discrimination

The practice of selling the same goods to different buyers at different prices.