1.3.5.2b - distinction between private costs, external costs and social costs
- Syllabus
- 2018
- Objective
- 1.3.5.2
- Level
- AS
The distinction between private costs, external costs and social costs.
Use b - distinction between private costs, external costs and social costs to connect the rule to the data and decision in the question.
This matters because b - distinction between private costs, external costs and social costs determines what can be inferred or chosen; begin with the stated conditions and keep the conclusion tied to the evidence.
Example: apply b - distinction between private costs, external costs and social costs to one small, clearly defined case, show the key step or comparison, and explain the result in words.
Boundary: b - distinction between private costs, external costs and social costs is not a universal recommendation. Check the syllabus scope, assumptions, units and the limits of the evidence before generalising.