MICROECONOMICS
MICROECONOMICS
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ISBN: 9781266686764
Author: Colander
Publisher: MCG
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Chapter 1, Problem 4QAP

(a)

To determine

Explain the comparison and the contrast for allocation outcome with a free market outcome.

(b)

To determine

Explain which alternative is more just.

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