Multiple Choice
The reason pollution occurs is because people tend to
A) Consider the impact of their activities on society first.
B) Maximize their personal welfare,balancing private benefits against private costs.
C) Maximize their personal welfare,balancing social benefits against social costs.
D) Maximize society's welfare,balancing private benefits against private costs.
Correct Answer:

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