Environmental Externalities Quiz
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What is an externality in a market transaction?

  • An effect of a market transaction that only impacts the buyer and seller
  • An effect of a market transaction that impacts the government
  • An effect of a market transaction that impacts the utility of those outside the transaction (correct)
  • An effect of a market transaction that impacts the environment
  • Which of the following is an example of a negative externality?

  • Improved living standards for workers
  • Higher profits for companies
  • Pollution caused by unregulated production decisions (correct)
  • Increased employment opportunities
  • How do positive externalities benefit society as a whole?

  • By increasing the profits of the buyer and seller
  • By reducing the cost of production for companies
  • By providing additional benefits to those not involved in the transaction (correct)
  • By improving the government's revenue
  • What is the impact of unregulated markets on the consideration of social and ecological damages?

    <p>Companies will not account for the damages caused by pollution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do trees planted by a landowner demonstrate a positive externality?

    <p>They provide benefits to those who appreciate the scenery and absorb carbon dioxide</p> Signup and view all the answers

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