Which of the following is the incorrect statement?

A. dB(Q)/dQ = MB.
B. The marginal benefits curve is the slope of the total benefits curve.
C. The slope of the net benefit curve is horizontal where MB = MC.
D. The difference in the slope of the total benefit curve and the total cost curve is maximized at the optimal level of Q.


Answer: D

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