Refer to the Graph Shown

question 99

Multiple Choice

Refer to the graph shown. Assume that the market is initially in equilibrium at a price of $10 and a quantity of 500 units. If the government imposes a $4 per-unit tax on this product, consumer surplus will fall from:

• A)2,500 to 1,600.
• B)5,000 to 3,200.
• C)2,500 to 1,200.
• D)5,000 to 2,500.

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