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- 1 Jun 2019
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- 28 May 2026
What effect does a positive externality have on the social value curve compared to the private demand curve for a good?
Multiple choice question for Externality & Internality. Select an option, then review the explanation below.
Explanation
A positive externality increases the overall benefit to society beyond the private benefit received by consumers. This means the social value curve lies above the private demand curve, reflecting the additional value external to the buyer.
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- 3.Roberto and Thomas share a university dorm room. Roberto enjoys playing loud music, valuing it at €100, while Thomas prefers silence, valuing peace at €150. Assuming Roberto has the legal right to play loud music and there are no costs involved in negotiation, which of the following best describes an efficient outcome to this externality issue?
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