Current research on kidney transplants (see https://www.organdonor.gov/learn/organ-donation-statistics) shows that 17 people a day die while waiting for an organ. This is because: Of the negative externalities that prevent the government from legalizing the buying and selling of organs. Because demand is greater than supply, reflecting the fact that people should be more willing to donate their organs. Because the rationing role of prices is not legally allowed to work in this instance. Because organ prices are so high, most poorer people cannot afford one. A and D only.

Current research on kidney transplants (see https://www.organdonor.gov/learn/organ-donation-statistics) shows that 17 people a day die while waiting for an organ. This is because: Of the negative externalities that prevent the government from legalizing the buying and selling of organs. Because demand is greater than supply, reflecting the fact that people should be more willing to donate their organs. Because the rationing role of prices is not legally allowed to work in this instance. Because organ prices are so high, most poorer people cannot afford one. A and D only.

Exploring Economics

8th Edition

ISBN:9781544336329

Author:Robert L. Sexton

Publisher:Robert L. Sexton

Chapter2: Economics: Eight Powerful Ideas

Section: Chapter Questions

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