What are externalities? Explain with diagram why is the optimal output not reached under negative externality.

Introduction Externalities are an important concept in microeconomics that explain how the actions of individuals or firms can affect third parties who are not directly involved in the activity. These effects can be either positive or negative. When the impact is harmful, it is called a negative externality. Negative externalities lead to market failure because […]

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