AP Microeconomics
Subsidies are financial assistance provided by the government to support businesses or individuals, aimed at encouraging production, consumption, or specific economic activities. They can influence market structures by altering supply and demand, helping to lower the cost of goods or services, and potentially promoting economic growth in targeted sectors. Subsidies can play a crucial role in various market structures by affecting competition and market efficiency.
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