AP MicroeconomicsSupply & Demand
Subsidy
A subsidy is a government payment to producers to lower production costs and encourage output.
Governments use subsidies to support industries they consider important, such as agriculture or renewable energy. By lowering costs, subsidies allow producers to increase output and offer goods at lower prices. However, subsidies can lead to market inefficiencies and overproduction.
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