Question

the map shows air - release, or emissions, sites across the united states. these sites include locations such as smokestacks, factories, and high - vehicle traffic areas. which of the following statements best reflects the content in the map? (1 point) free riders in the east benefit from relaxed emissions regulations. free riders in the west benefit from relaxed emissions regulations. the east has a higher potential for a negative externality to its free resources. the west has a higher potential for a negative externality to its free resources. © 2021 united states department of the interior 21 (02.07 mc) air emissions sites

Explanation:

The map shows air - release or emissions sites across the United States. By observing the density of purple areas (emission sites), we can infer where there might be more potential impacts. If we assume that areas with more emission sites have a higher potential for negative externalities, and the East appears to have a more concentrated purple area compared to the West. So, the East has a higher potential for a negative externality to its free resources.

Answer:

The East has a higher potential for a negative externality to its free resources.