A three-person city is considering a fireworks display. Anne is willing to pay $50 to see the

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A three-person city is considering a fireworks display. Anne is willing to pay $50 to see the fireworks, Bob is willing to pay $15, and Charlie is willing to pay $15. The cost of the fireworks is $60.
a. In terms of efficiency, should the fireworks be offered?
b. Will any single citizen provide the display on his or her own?
c. Suppose the town decides to put the matter to a vote. If at least two people vote in favor of the fireworks display, each person will be taxed $20 and the fireworks display will be held. How many people will vote in favor of the fireworks?
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Microeconomics

ISBN: 978-1292079578

Global Edition 1st Edition

Authors: David Laibson, John List

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