5 - Government Intervention Flashcards

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Define ‘government failure’

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When government intervention to a market or economic activity leads to an outcome that reduces overall social welfare.

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How can the government intervene the market?

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Regulations: Price cap, price ceiling, age limit, tax, subsidy
Prohibition: ban

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