Chapter 17- market failure Flashcards

1
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Why do markets fail

A

When the forces of supply and demand lead to a misallocation of resources

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2
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Private costs + external costs =

A

Social cost

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3
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De merit goods

A

When consumed or produced generates external costs

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4
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Merit goods

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When consumed or produced produce external benefits

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