9. Government Intervention In Markets. Flashcards

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Pollution permit

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A permit sold to firms by the government allowing them to pollute upto a certain limit.

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Law of unintended consequences

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When the actions of consumers, producers and governments have effects that are unanticipated.

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Inflation.

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A persistent rise in level of prices over 4 quarters.

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Indirect tax

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A tax on spending.

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