The figure above represents the relationship between output and cost in an industry with an external cost. Which line represents the marginal private cost (MC) curve?

A) Curve 1
B) Curve 2
C) the dotted line BC
D) the y-axis
E) the dotted line AB

B

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Suppose the saving rate is initially greater than the golden rule saving rate. We know with certainty that a reduction in the saving rate will cause

A) a reduction in the rate of growth in the long run. B) a reduction in output per worker. C) a reduction in consumption per worker. D) all of the above E) none of the above

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Refer to Table 3.2, which shows some costs and benefits of having your car repaired. Suppose you use your car to deliver pizzas, for which you earn $10 per hour. If your mechanic lowers the amount she charges by $50, what happens to your best choice of hours to spend on car repairs



A. It increases by 1 hour.

B. It decreases by 1 hour.

C. It doesn't change.

D. It decreases by 2 hours.

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