The provision of public goods gives rise to
a. positive externalities, as does the use of common resources.
b. positive externalities, whereas the use of common resources gives rise to negative externalities.
c. negative externalities, whereas the use of common resources gives rise to positive externalities.
d. negative externalities, as does the use of common resources.
b
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When the unemployment rate is less than the natural unemployment rate
A) the output gap is positive. B) the output gap equals zero. C) the output gap is negative. D) None of the above is possible because it is impossible for the unemployment rate to be less than the natural rate.
A small economy increased its capital per hour worked (K/L) from $40,000 to $50,000. As a result, real GDP per worker (Y/L) grew from $20,000 to $25,000
If the economy increases its capital per hour worked by another $10,000 to $60,000, but there is no change in technology, by how much more and in what direction will output per worker change? A) Output per worker will increase by less than $5,000. B) Output per worker will increase by exactly $5,000. C) Output per worker will fall by more than $5,000. D) Output per worker will increase by more than $5,000.
In many cities, the market for cab services is monopolized. This monopoly arises because:
a. of economies of scale. b. of government restrictions on the entry of new firms. c. there is a limited space on the streets for taxis. d. it protects the consumers from unscrupulous drivers. e. of high fixed costs of entering the business.
If it could increase its growth rates slightly, a country with low income would catch up with rich countries in about ten years
a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false