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Which statement is true? _________a) The huge federal budget deficit was caused by market failure.b) Market failure is the main reason that we need public goods and services.c) Public goods and services are always free.d) None of the above.
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- **Federal budget deficit**: This occurs when the government's expenditures exceed its revenues in a given fiscal year. - **Market failure**: A situation where the allocation of goods and services is not efficient, often leading to a net social welfare loss. - Show more…
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