A-LevelEconomicsThe Price System and the MicroeconomyMay/June 2010Paper 1 Q131 Mark

James grows fruit trees in his garden. They attract butterflies and bees. What is not an externality of this?

Q: What topic does this question test?

This question tests The Price System and the Microeconomy in A-Level Economics (syllabus code 9708). It is worth 1 mark.

ANeighbours may be stung by the bees that pollinate the trees.

BNeighbours may buy fruit more cheaply from James than the local supermarket.

CNeighbours may enjoy better air quality as the trees naturally improve the atmosphere.

DNeighbours may like to watch the activity of the wildlife at no cost.

✓ Correct Answer

The correct answer is B: Neighbours may buy fruit more cheaply from James than the local supermarket.

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About This A-Level Economics Question

Topic

This multiple-choice question tests The Price System and the Microeconomy in A-Level Economics (syllabus code 9708). It is worth 1 mark.

Source

This question appeared in the Cambridge A-Level Economics May/June 2010 examination, Paper 1 Variant 2.

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