In a market with negative externalities, how does the marginal social cost curve affect the equilibrium price compared to the traditional supply curve?

• A. The equilibrium price is irrelevant in this context.
• B. The equilibrium price is higher when considering the marginal social cost curve.
• C. The equilibrium price is lower when considering the marginal social cost curve.
• D. The equilibrium price remains unchanged.

Answer: (B)