A person can cause a negative externality by
A)becoming immunized
B)talking loudly in a restaurant
C)landscaping her lawn
D)paying taxes
E)attending school

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Talking loudly in a restaurant is a negative externality as it may disturb nearby diners who did not voluntarily choose to listen to the conversation.

Other choices are not negative externalities:
A) becoming immunized is a positive externality as it reduces the spread of disease to others.
C) landscaping her lawn is a private action and does not affect others.
D) paying taxes is a civic duty and does not result in any externalities.
E) attending school can also be a positive externality as an educated person can contribute to society.

A Person Can Cause a Negative Externality by