Which of the following is an example of a situation in which the individual pursuit of self-interest does not coincide with society's interest?
A) A drought leading to higher wheat prices.
B) An increase in demand for hybrid automobiles.
C) A polluting factory.
D) Reduced demand for air travel during a recession.
E) An increase in the prices of tickets to hockey games during the playoffs.

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The polluting factory may be pursuing their own self-interest by cutting corners and emitting pollutants into the air, but this does not align with the interest of society as a whole to have clean air and a healthy environment.

Which of the Following Is an Example of a Situation