Which of the following is an example of a positive externality? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following is an example of a positive externality?
A. Vaccination by an individual
B. Congestion on roads
C. Pollution from a factory
D. Noise from a construction site
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
A positive externality confers benefits on third parties. Vaccination protects not only the individual but also reduces the spread of disease to others.

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Practice More Economy Set 1 Questions

Question #1
Which of the following is a permitted asset for Statutory Liquidity Ratio?
A. Corporate bonds
B. Mutual fund units
C. Gold and government securities
D. Equity shares

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
SLR assets include cash, gold and approved government securities.

This question belongs to: Economy GK Economy Set 1
Question #2
The 'International Monetary Fund' in India provides advice on:
A. macroeconomic policy and balance of payments
B. elections
C. criminal justice
D. defence strategy

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
IMF advises on macroeconomic policy and balance of payments.

This question belongs to: Economy GK Economy Set 1
Question #3
Which of the following is a characteristic of the long-run equilibrium in perfect competition?
A. Firms operate with excess capacity
B. Price equals minimum average cost and firms earn normal profits
C. Firms earn supernormal profits
D. Price is greater than marginal cost

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
In long-run equilibrium under perfect competition, free entry and exit ensure that price equals minimum long-run average cost and firms earn only normal profits.

This question belongs to: Economy GK Economy Set 1