Asked by Jaylee Field on Jul 12, 2024

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Overall, economists believe that deregulation of industries formerly subjected to industrial regulation

A) has been a clear failure.
B) is neutral in its impact on society's well-being, creating minimal net benefits at best.
C) has produced large net benefits for consumers and society.
D) has produced sizable efficiency gains in the communications industry, but not in the transportation industry (railways, trucking, airlines) .

Deregulation

The process of reducing or eliminating government controls or restrictions on industries to promote efficiency and competition.

Industrial Regulation

Policies and rules implemented by governments to control or manage the activities, standards, and behaviors of industries and their participants.

Net Benefits

The net gain from a decision or action, calculated by subtracting the total costs from the total benefits.

  • Examine the impact of regulatory and deregulatory measures on different sectors.
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Nor Effendi OthmanJul 14, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Deregulation has generally been seen as producing large net benefits for consumers and society by increasing competition and efficiency, leading to lower prices and better service quality in various industries.