The Coase theorem reminds us that efficiency is all about ____________________ and says nothing about ______________________.

A. maximizing total surplus; the distribution of that surplus
B. equitably distributing surplus; maximizing that surplus
C. who gets the most surplus; whether that's a fair outcome
D. None of these statements is true.


A. maximizing total surplus; the distribution of that surplus

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