Intermediate Microeconomic Theory
Externalities are the unintended consequences of an economic activity that affect third parties who did not choose to be involved in that activity. They can be either positive, where benefits spill over to others, or negative, where costs are imposed on others without compensation. These external effects can lead to inefficiencies in resource allocation, impacting overall welfare and market equilibrium.
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