In the Past the Federal Government Often Employed What Is

Multiple Choice

In the past the federal government often employed what is called a "command-and-control" approach to the reduction of pollution emissions.Many economists are critical of this approach because

A) it does not lead to significant reductions in pollution.
B) they believe a market-based approach will reduce pollution more efficiently.
C) the "command-and-control" approach is designed to help firms at the expense of consumers.
D) the "command-and-control" approach leads to negative externalities.