External costs that force costs (in terms, for example, of polluted air or water) onto others are also known as

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External costs that force costs onto others are known as negative externalities, meaning the costs of the activity are not fully borne by the individual or firm undertaking it, but are rather passed on to society as a whole. This can include costs such as pollution, noise, or congestion.

External Costs That Force Costs (In Terms, for Example, of Polluted