When the Social Cost Curve Is Above a Product's Supply

question 28

Multiple Choice

When the social cost curve is above a product's supply curve,

• A)the government has intervened in the market.
• B)a negative externality exists in the market.
• C)a positive externality exists in the market.
• D)the distribution of resources is unfair.

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