Consider the following methods of pollution reduction:
a. the government sets a target for maximum emissions
b. the government mandates the installation of specific pollution abatement equipment
c. the government imposes a per unit tax on the good that creates pollution
d. the government gives firms a tax rebate for every unit of pollution abated
Which of the above is an example of a command-and-control approach to reducing pollution?
A) a only
B) b only
C) a and b only
D) a, b, and d only
E) a, b, c, and d

Question

Consider the following methods of pollution reduction: 
a. the government sets a target for maximum emissions
b. the government mandates the installation of specific pollution abatement equipment
c. the government imposes a per unit tax on the good that creates pollution
d. the government gives firms a tax rebate for every unit of pollution abated
Which of the above is an example of a command-and-control approach to reducing pollution?
A) a only
B) b only
C) a and b only
D) a, b, and d only
E) a, b, c, and d

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Command-and-control approaches involve direct regulation, such as setting maximum emission targets (a) and mandating specific equipment (b).

Consider the Following Methods of Pollution Reduction