A person can cause a negative externality by _____
A)being immunized.
B)having a loud conversation in an office.
C)landscaping her lawn.
D)paying taxes.
E)attending school.

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Having a loud conversation in an office can disturb others and reduce their productivity, which is a negative externality. The other options are either not relevant to causing externality or can have positive externalities (e.g. being immunized can stop the spread of disease and benefit others).

A Person Can Cause a Negative Externality by _____