Economics 9708 · AS & A Level · 7.4

7.4 — practice question

(a)[8]

Using a diagram, explain why some goods are produced in quantities that are greater than is socially desirable.

(b)[12]

Discuss whether national defence or a public park is the stronger example of a public good.

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