Question

question
which of the following is considered to be one of the shortcomings of command - and - control regulations?
select the correct answer below:
they can specify what type of pollution - control technologies must be used.
they often have politically motivated loopholes.
they specify how much pollution can be emitted.
they provide incentives for a firm to go beyond the pollution limits set by the government.

Explanation:

Command - and - control regulations are government - imposed rules. Specifying pollution - control technologies (first option) and pollution emission amounts (third option) are features, not shortcomings. Providing incentives (fourth option) is also not a shortcoming. Politically motivated loopholes are a common issue as political interests can undermine the effectiveness of these regulations.

Answer:

They often have politically motivated loopholes.