In the case of global pollution, a nation that pollutes gets benefit
From production but:
A)has to pay for it in terms of dirty air and water.
B)never receives any negative consequences.
C)cannot control the amount of pollution by private firms.
D)will not suffer the full costs of its own pollution and so has little incentive to control it.

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A nation that pollutes will not suffer the full costs of its own pollution and so has little incentive to control it. This is because pollution can cause negative externalities that affect other countries and societies, making it difficult to account for the full cost of pollution. Therefore, nations that pollute may benefit from production, but will not fully pay for the consequences of their pollution.

In the Case of Global Pollution, a Nation That Pollutes