Economics 9708 · AS & A Level · Government intervention in markets

Government intervention in markets — practice question

A local council operates a museum. It previously charged an admission fee. It chose to offer free entry in the hope that more people would visit the museum and learn about the history of its area, which the council considers important. What can be said about the museum?

  • AIt is a merit good because it is believed to be worth greater attendance.
  • BIt is a merit good because it is run by the local council.
  • CIt is a public good because anyone can use the museum.
  • DIt is a public good because people do not now have to pay for admission

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