If a Tax Is Imposed on a Good with a Perfectly

question 128

Multiple Choice

If a tax is imposed on a good with a perfectly inelastic demand,the burden of the tax will be borne

• A) by both consumers and producers equally.
• B) by consumers alone.
• C) by producers alone.
• D) mostly by consumers but partially by producers.
• E) mostly by producers but partially by consumers.

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Definitions:

Merchandise Inventory

The goods a company holds in stock with the intention of selling them as part of its business operations.

Freight-In

Freight-in refers to the shipping cost associated with getting goods delivered from suppliers to the buyer, often included in the inventory cost of purchased goods.

Sales Returns

Goods returned by buyers after sale due to defects, dissatisfaction, or other reasons, which are deducted from total sales revenue.

Unearned Revenue

Money received by an entity for a service or product yet to be provided or delivered.