Use the Table Below to Answer the Following Questions

question 118

Multiple Choice

Use the table below to answer the following questions.
Table 6.3.1
-Refer to Table 6.3.1.Suppose a sales tax of $2 a unit is imposed on the good described in the table.Government revenue from the tax is

• A)$1,200.
• B)$1,000.
• C)$800.
• D)$600.
• E)zero.

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Definitions:

Initial Investment

The amount of money used to start a business venture, acquire an asset, or invest in a financial product.

Short 100 Shares

The selling of 100 shares that are not currently owned, with the expectation of buying them back at a lower price for a profit.

Initial Margin

The minimum amount of capital required to open a new position in the market, designed as a security for the broker against potential losses.

Actual Margin

The real profit margin achieved after accounting for all costs and expenses, reflecting the actual financial health and profitability.