Which of the following is an example of an undesirable side effect of the operation of the market mechanism?

a. negative externalities
b. comparative advantages
c. abstractions
d. productivity growth


a

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A) about 2 percent B) roughly 8 percent C) more than one-sixth D) almost two-thirds

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A market system does not operate based on self-interest

a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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