If a market for tradeable allowances exists, a company that has used up its own allowances can:
A) buy allowances from another firm that has surpassed its limit of pollution.
B) purchase additional allowances from the EPA on a temporary basis.
C) pay a fine to the EPA and purchase additional allowances from other firms.
D) buy allowances from another firm that will not reach its limit of pollution.

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In a market for tradeable allowances, companies that have used up their allowances can buy additional allowances from other firms that have not reached their pollution limits.

If a Market for Tradeable Allowances Exists, a Company That