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What is the fundamental theorem of welfare economics?
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An allocation is Pareto efficient if and only if it is socially optimal.
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The fundamental theorem of welfare economics states that an allocation is Pareto efficient if and only if it is socially optimal, meaning that it maximizes the total welfare of society.