When Economists Use the Term "Big Tradeoff" When Discussing Efficiency

question 257

Multiple Choice

When economists use the term "big tradeoff" when discussing efficiency they are referring to the tradeoff between

• A) external costs and external benefits.
• B) marginal cost and marginal benefits.
• C) producer surplus and consumer surplus.
• D) efficiency and fairness.
• E) deadweight loss and producer/consumer surplus.

Understand the components of the compensation mix and their roles.

Identify and explain the advantages of market pricing in compensation.

Comprehend the concept of skill-based pay systems and the importance of skill blocks.

Understand the critical issues involved in designing competency-based pay systems.

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