The concept of rational ignorance can explain why the government might provide more than the efficient quantity of a public good

Menell's study showed that in terms of effectiveness,

A) mandatory separation of recyclables was best, followed by curbside charges and finally refundable deposits. B) mandatory separation of recyclables was best, followed by refundable deposits and finally curbside charges. C) curbside charges were best, followed by refundable deposits and finally mandatory separation of recyclables. D) curbside charges were best, followed by mandatory separation of recyclables and finally refundable deposits. E) refundable deposits were best, followed by curbside charges and finally mandatory separation of recyclables.

If scientific research produces a technological breakthrough in the production of computer memory, then

a. business costs will increase, profits will fall, and production will decrease. b. business costs will fall, but profits will also fall, and production will decrease. c. business costs will fall, profits will improve, and production will increase. d. profits will increase because businesses will cut back production.