A market equilibrium is only efficient if:
A. the consumer surplus and the producer surplus associated with a given transaction are equal.
B. output is distributed equitably among consumers.
C. consumer surplus and producer surplus are both zero.
D. all relevant costs and benefits are reflected in the market supply and demand curves.
Answer: D
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What will be an ideal response?
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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word