In the context of public finance, 'Deadweight Loss' refers to: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

In the context of public finance, 'Deadweight Loss' refers to:
A. Loss due to inflation
B. Loss due to natural disasters
C. Loss of foreign exchange
D. Loss of economic efficiency due to market distortion
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Deadweight loss is the loss of economic efficiency that occurs when the equilibrium quantity is not produced due to taxes, subsidies, monopolies or other market distortions.

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Question #1
Which of the following is a characteristic of the 'Green New Deal' type of policy proposals?
A. Only market-based carbon pricing without public investment
B. Only voluntary private-sector initiatives
C. Large-scale public investment programmes aimed at simultaneously addressing climate change, economic inequality and job creation
D. Only austerity measures

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Green New Deal proposals typically combine ambitious climate targets with large public investment in clean energy and infrastructure, together with social policies intended to ensure a just transition.

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Question #2
The 'Pareto optimum' is a situation where:
A. no one can be made better off without making someone else worse off
B. total output is maximum
C. everyone has equal income
D. prices are zero

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Pareto optimum is a state where no one can be better off without making someone worse off.

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Question #3
Which of the following is an example of a positive externality in production?
A. Congestion on public roads
B. Bee-keeping near an apple orchard
C. Noise from an airport
D. Pollution from a factory

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Bee-keeping provides pollination benefits to nearby apple orchards without compensation, representing a positive production externality.

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