Suppose that we have a model that estimates that taking the COVID-19 vaccine creates a positive externality to society that is at least equal to $1500 per vaccine. (Amazing, right? Well, remember that I made it up.) This means that for every person that takes the vaccine, the benefits to society will be $1500 or more. a. First, what factors do you think go into estimating the benefits of $1500 per vaccine. This is kind of a brainstorming question – but it is worth points so don’t skip it. b. What is the relationship between the equilibrium quantity of vaccines and the socially optimal quantity of vaccines

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