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RubTech has decided to build a new rubber production facility just outside the semi-rural town of Pettisbury. The majority of workers at the plant are to be sourced from abroad.
Which of the following could potentially be negative externalities of the decision to build the production facility?
Suggested Answer: A
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32 comments · newest first
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Malika
11 months ago
High unemployment might get worse with this plant.
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Jennie
11 months ago
Antisocial behavior? That's a stretch.
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Patria
11 months ago
I doubt the infrastructure can handle this.
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Ora
12 months ago
Sourcing workers from abroad could hurt local jobs.
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Monroe
12 months ago
More traffic congestion for sure.
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Belen
1 year ago
Antisocial behavior could be a concern, but I wonder if it’s really a direct result of the facility being built.
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Willetta
1 year ago
I feel like we practiced a similar question where poor infrastructure was mentioned as a negative externality. It makes sense here too, right?
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Myra
1 year ago
I'm not so sure about the decision to source workers from abroad being a negative externality. It seems more like a business strategy to me.
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Martina
1 year ago
I remember we discussed negative externalities in class, and I think road congestion could definitely be one of them.
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Gracia
1 year ago
This seems straightforward enough. I'll go with the options that clearly describe potential negative impacts, like traffic congestion and antisocial behavior. I'm feeling confident about this one.
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Weldon
1 year ago
I'm a little confused by this question. What exactly are we looking for in terms of negative externalities? I want to make sure I understand the concept before I start selecting answers.
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Elke
1 year ago
Okay, I've got this. The key is to focus on the negative impacts that the facility could have on the local area and community. Things like pollution, traffic, and social issues are likely to be the main concerns.
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Katina
1 year ago
Hmm, I'm a bit unsure about this one. There are a lot of options to choose from, and I want to make sure I select the right ones. I'll need to think through each possibility carefully.
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Jesusita
1 year ago
This question seems straightforward - I just need to identify the potential negative externalities of the new rubber production facility. I'll carefully read through the options and select the ones that fit the description.
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Geoffrey
1 year ago
Okay, I've got this. The levels are Baseline, Transition and Target Architectures. That's option A, I'm confident that's the right answer.
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Shayne
2 years ago
Haha, I bet the locals are already picturing a bunch of rubber-making zombies invading their town. Antisocial behavior, anyone?
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Eloisa
1 year ago
I bet they're worried about the potential negative impacts, like road congestion or antisocial behavior.
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Melissa
1 year ago
Yeah, I wonder how the locals feel about it.
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Vallie
1 year ago
Definitely, the locals might not be too happy about it.
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Eladia
1 year ago
That might cause some issues with antisocial behavior.
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Madalyn
1 year ago
Yeah, I heard most of the workers will be from abroad.
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Taryn
1 year ago
I heard RubTech is building a new facility in Pettisbury.
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Horace
1 year ago
I heard RubTech is building a new facility in Pettisbury.
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Tish
2 years ago
I'm not so sure. What about the poor infrastructure in the local area? That could lead to traffic congestion and other logistical nightmares.
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Rochell
2 years ago
I agree with Carman. The influx of foreign workers could also strain local resources and services, causing further negative externalities.
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Carman
2 years ago
The correct answer is C) The decision to source workers from abroad. This could potentially lead to issues like cultural clashes, language barriers, and social integration problems in the local community.
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Gayla
1 year ago
C) The decision to source workers from abroad
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Sherman
1 year ago
B) Rood congestion
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Nydia
1 year ago
A) Production processes
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Marica
2 years ago
But wouldn't the high unemployment rate in the local area benefit from the new job opportunities?
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Veronika
2 years ago
I agree, it might cause tensions with local workers and impact the community.
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Julio
2 years ago
I think sourcing workers from abroad could lead to negative externalities.