Compare and contrast surge versus congestion pricing. Provide a specific example of each currently in use.
There are many types of auctions, each with strengths and weaknesses in uncovering the real price/value of an item. Compare and contrast how each of the following uncovers value and provide a specific example of how each uncovers value:
The English auction and the Dutch auction.
The sealed-bid first-price auction and the Vickery Auction.
Auctions are widely used. Analyze an actual auction employed by each of the following:
A state or federal government or an agency of a state or federal government.
A for-profit business.
For each, explain what type of auction is employed and how the auction solves the problem of finding the best price for the good or service.
