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Does Market Failure Justify Government Intervention? (with Michael Munger)

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Market Dynamics and Government Role

This chapter examines the complex interplay between market fluctuations and government intervention, highlighting various economic theories' perspectives. It discusses the limitations and challenges faced by government entities in making informed decisions and contrasts them with the trial-and-error nature of private sector innovation. The chapter elucidates the intricacies of market failures and the nuanced arguments for and against government involvement in economic policies.

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