Question

When electronics are dumped in landfills, they create toxic waste problems.

Which of fhe following would not offset the externality?

A. Charge consumers a recycling fee on electrical purchases

B. Force manufacturers to use non-toxic materials

C. Publish info on the harmful effects of the electronics

D. Set a maximum quota on the # of electronic devices that can be sold

Explain

Answer 1

C. Publish info on the harmful effects of the electronics

In my opinion, publishing info on the harmful effects of the electronics would not offset the externality as it does not the solve the problem of dumping the electronics in landfills as even though of publishing info about the harmful effects people will continue using the electronics and due to this the production of electronics will also be continued.

Talking about the other options, comparatively, they will reduce the production of electronics and may help in solving the problem of electronic waste.