The efficient quantity of pollution emissions occurs where:
A)there is absolutely no damage done to a pristine environment.
B)government forces zero pollution to occur,no matter what the cost.
C)the marginal social benefits of pollution exceed the marginal social costs of pollution.
D)the marginal social benefit of pollution is equal to the marginal social cost of pollution.

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The efficient quantity of pollution emissions occurs where the marginal social benefit of pollution is equal to the marginal social cost of pollution. This means that the benefits of pollution (such as increased production or economic growth) are equal to the costs of pollution (such as damage to the environment or negative health effects). Any other level of pollution would either lead to excessive costs or missed benefits, making this the most efficient choice.

The Efficient Quantity of Pollution Emissions Occurs Where