Which of the following occurs when an economic activity has a spillover benefit on third parties not engaged in the activity?

A) An economic profit
B) A positive externality
C) A gain in producer surplus
D) A gain in consumer surplus

B

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According to the superstar phenomenon, the most talented person in which of the following occupations is most likely to earn extremely high wages?

a. an electrician b. a hair stylist c. a journalist d. an engineer

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