(a)[5]
Identify what caused the rise in the electricity prices and explain whether the article shows that the price rise was an example of market failure.
(b)[4]
Is there any evidence in the article that the French government’s decisions will raise competition or efficiency in the energy market?
(c)[11]
- Distinguish clearly between equality and equity. [3]
- Consider whether the French government's actions on electricity prices could be seen as improving either equality or equity for consumers and producers. [8]