If an allocation of resources maximises the total surplus, we say that the allocation exhibits .

affluence

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productivity

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efficiency

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effectiveness

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The correct option is C efficiency
An allocation of resources that maximises total surplus is said to be efficient. If an allocation is not efficient, then some of the potential gains from trade among buyers and sellers are not being realised.

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