Refer to the Graph Shown

question 78

Multiple Choice

Refer to the graph shown. Assume that the market is initially in equilibrium at a price of $6 and a quantity of 40 units. If the government imposes a $2 per-unit tax on this product, consumer surplus will fall from:

• A) 80 to 45.
• B) 160 to 90.
• C) 90 to 45.
• D) 160 to 80.

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