Which of the following is the government most likely to subsidies ?
Correct answer: B. Positive externalities
- A. Negative externalies
- B. Positive externalities
- C. Monopolies
- D. Oligopolies
Explanation
Positive externalities create benefits for third parties that private buyers and sellers do not fully consider, so subsidies encourage more of the beneficial activity. Negative externalities generally call for taxes or regulation instead.
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