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An economic commentator argues, 'It is unreasonable to impose significant economic costs on the current generation to prevent potential environmental problems that might not materialize for another century. Our priority should be today's economic well-being.' Critically evaluate this statement using the economic concept of externalities. In your evaluation, explain the specific characteristics of the externality in question that make this argument problematic.
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