Economics (AS & A Level) · May / June 2025 · Paper 14 · Question 5

A city built a new stadium to host the World Athletics championships. The city authorities also ensured clean air by closing factories and making their workers unemployed during the championships. Which part of this is an example of non-rival consumption?

1. AThe improved air quality also benefited those who did not have to pay for it.
2. BThe private costs and external costs were borne by the city authorities.
3. CThe stadium could be used after the championships.
4. DThe unemployed factory workers were entitled to free tickets to the stadium.

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