Figure 4C

-Refer to Figure 4C. If waste emission is less than Wk, then
A) The mcc must shift to the left
B) The optimal level of pollution has been achieved
C) The total waste disposal cost can be increase by allowing for more emissions
D) Movement in either direction along any curve would not be cost effective
E) The MDC must shift to the left

Question

Figure 4C
 
-Refer to Figure 4C. If waste emission is less than Wk, then
A) The mcc must shift to the left 
B) The optimal level of pollution has been achieved 
C) The total waste disposal cost can be increase by allowing for more emissions 
D) Movement in either direction along any curve would not be cost effective 
E) The MDC must shift to the left

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

When waste emission is less than Wk, allowing for more emissions can increase the total waste disposal cost up to the point where it equals the marginal cost of cleanup (MCC), optimizing the balance between pollution and cleanup costs.

Figure 4C -Refer to Figure 4C. If Waste Emission Is Less Than