Definition
Inefficiency created in the market, typically due to demand and surplus issues that have a negative impact on a society. Deadweight loss is often illustrated by the use of a diagram that depicts a triangle formed by the demand curve above, supply curve below, and quantity. The most common reason for deadweight loss is government actions such as taxes or supply controls.
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