Asked by Karina Goldberg on Jul 04, 2024

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The marginal social benefit from pollution _____ as the quantity of pollution emissions _____.

A) remains constant;increases
B) increases;decreases
C) increases;increases
D) remains constant;decreases

Marginal Social Benefit

The extra advantage to the community that comes from the consumption or production of an additional unit of a product or service.

Pollution Emissions

The release of pollutants into the environment, usually from industrial processes, vehicles, or other sources, which can harm human health and the ecosystem.

  • Comprehend the principle of marginal social benefit and its importance in determining the ideal social quantity of pollution.
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Rosalia JimenezJul 08, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
The marginal social benefit from pollution increases as the quantity of pollution emissions decreases because the reduction of pollution leads to greater benefits for society, such as improved health and environmental conditions.